MLBPA Axes Execs Amid Federal Probe, Labor Talks Loom
#MLBPA #LaborDisputeThe MLBPA fired its COO and HR head with cause after an internal probe tied to a federal investigation. This upheaval occurs as the union faces a critical CBA expiration and owner push for a salary cap, setting up a potential labor clash. read more
NFL Referee Lockout Looms After Talks Fail
#NFLRefereeTalks #LaborDisputeNFL and referees' union labor talks broke off early amid impasse. The league is vetting replacement officials as the May 31 CBA deadline nears. Disputes include officiating performance measures and probationary periods for new officials. read more
USL Emails Players on Strike Procedures as Dispute Escalates
#USLStrike #LaborDisputeUSL emailed players about crossing picket lines and resigning union membership as a strike looms. A player called it "bullshit," while the union accused the league of union-busting. CBA negotiations have lasted over a year. read more
Colorado King Soopers Workers Begin Two-Week Strike Over Labor Practices
#ColoradoStrike #LaborDispute10,000 workers strike at Kroger-owned King Soopers in Colorado due to unfair labor practices, including alleged surveillance and benefit cuts. Previous strike led to lawsuit against Kroger and Albertsons for allegedly colluding. Workers demand better wages, staffing, and support for customers. read more
AT&T Workers in Southeast Begin Strike Over Contract Delays
#AT #LaborDisputeMore than 17,000 AT&T workers strike over unfair labor practices, began on 16 August due to delays in bargaining for new contract since June. Union seeks wage improvements, affordable healthcare, and work-life balance protections. Company representatives' absence hinders negotiations. &T read more
Hotel Workers Strike Across US for Better Pay, Conditions
#HotelWorkers #LaborDisputeOver 10,000 US hotel workers strike on Labor Day weekend demanding wage increases and a reversal of pandemic cutbacks, affecting various cities like Boston, Seattle, and California. Unite Here union warns of potential strike escalation. read more
Hotel Housekeepers at Major Chains Strike for Fair Wages, Rights
#HotelWorkers #LaborDisputeHotel housekeepers at major chains are striking during Labor Day for higher wages and daily room cleaning. They face challenges with reduced cleaning times and workloads. The dispute highlights pandemic-era changes in the industry affecting low-wage women. read more
#Google #LaborDispute
Dozens of Google workers fired following protests against a lucrative Israeli government contract have filed a complaint with labor regulators to regain their jobs. The workers argue they were unfairly dismissed for peacefully protesting the deal. read more