LaborRights

Costco Workers Move Closer to Strike After Vote to Authorize It

2 months ago

Workers at the largest wholesale retailer, Costco, represented by the Teamsters union, have voted to authorize a strike. This decision comes in response to employee dissatisfaction with working conditions and pay levels. The Teamsters union, which includes over 8,000 Costco workers, is calling for higher wages and improved working conditions.

Teamsters Union Launches Historic Nationwide Strike Against Amazon

3 months ago

In a significant move for the labor movement, the Teamsters Union has announced the beginning of a nationwide strike against the e-commerce giant Amazon. This historic event is the culmination of years of efforts by the union to improve working conditions for the workers involved in delivery and cargo handling for the company. The strike affects over 1,000 workers, highlighting the growing dissatisfaction among workers regarding low wages and high demands from the company.

Judge Restores Collective Bargaining Rights for Unions in Landmark Wisconsin Decision

4 months ago

A recent court ruling in Wisconsin has marked a significant turning point for labor unions, reinstating their rights to collective bargaining. District Court Judge Kimberly Hirsch has ruled that the restrictions placed on unions in 2011 were unconstitutional and violated workers' rights to organize and negotiate. This landmark decision could reshape labor relations in the state and strengthen the position of labor unions.