Why Flight Attendants Said No to American Airlines’ 17% Raise

An embattled negotiation between American Airlines and their flight attendants union could lead to a strike after the airline’s latest offer has fallen through. 17% Wage Hike Offer Amid contract negotiations this week, major US airline American Airlines offered their flight attendants a 17% wage hike, which would be effective immediately if accepted. Swift Rejection … Read more

Alabama Child Labor Scandal at Hyundai Prompts US Government Lawsuit

Federal investigations into an Alabama auto parts company found that it had hired a 13-year-old to help manufacture auto parts for Hyundai.  Hyundai Goes to US Court The US Department of Labor has taken South Korean auto manufacturing giant Hyundai Motor Co. to federal court over serious child labor law violations that occurred in Alabama. … Read more

Crisis Alert: The Next Border Flashpoint Isn’t Where You Think

Union threats across Canada could mean big repercussions for U.S. citizens.  Borderline Chaos Canadian border workers have just voted in favor of strike action, igniting fears of disruptions at the borders.  Union Votes Overwhelmingly in Favor of Strike Action The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) – the border workers union – announced Friday morning … Read more

A Virginia Tech Company Is Being Fined Over Discriminatory “Whites Only” Job Post

One viral job post advertising for “white” candidates only has led to a civil lawsuit against the company that posted it. Tech Company vs. DOJ A tech company based in Virginia is facing civil penalties via the US Justice Department, after circulating a job post that called for only “white” candidates. A Controversial Job Post … Read more

NCAA Agrees to Historic $2.7 Billion Settlement for College Athletes – But Who Gets Paid What?

The NCAA is on the cusp of settling a historic lawsuit that could signal a large payday for thousands of student athletes. Potential Billion Dollar Settlement Student-athletes across the US could be looking at hefty payouts from the National Collegiate Athletics Association, after the association moved to settle three antitrust lawsuits. NCAA and the ‘Power … Read more