600 Jobs Axed: John Deere’s Factory Issues Continue to Mount

While reasons like higher production costs are given, other sources blame “greed” for the mass layoffs. A Sad Summer  The largest international seller of tractors and crop harvesters, John Deere, announced on Friday that it’s implementing another wave of staff layoffs. Over 600 people employed at three US-based John Deere plants were notified that, by the … Read more

Alaska Airlines Celebrates Record-Breaking Deal with Flight Attendants Union

In the midst of industry-wide negotiations, Alaska Airlines flight attendants may have confirmed an equitable deal with their employer following months of meetings and protests.  Two Years of Negotiating After close to two years of tough negotiations, Alaska Airlines has reached a tentative agreement with its flight attendants. Due to Combined Efforts The airline announced … Read more

Has California $20 Wage Hike Backfired?

How has Gavin Newsom’s $20 minimum wage for fast food workers affected the state? The Employment Policies Institute thinks it knows the answer. California’s $20 Wage Woes A new survey is claiming that California’s fast-food industry is in turmoil – thanks to Governor Gavin Newsom’s $20-an-hour minimum wage law.  Fast Food Fiasco According to the … Read more

Apple Hit with Lawsuit Alleging Pay Discrimination Against Women

Tech giant Apple could be in hot water over claims that the company “systematically” underpaid female employees by using manipulative hiring and job evaluation practices. Gender Discrimination Lawsuit  Two female employees are suing Apple over claims that the tech monolith “systematically” paid female employees less than their male counterparts in the same or similar positions. … Read more

Allegations of Shady Deals in China Prompt Adidas Investigation

A whistleblower report alleging serious compliance violations in Adidas’ China offices has led to an investigation by one of the world’s biggest athletic apparel brands.  Adidas is Investigating German athletic apparel and footwear company Adidas has launched an investigation after a whistleblower complained about “compliance violations” among company executives in China. Going Public in China … Read more

Apple Reaches First-Ever US Union Contract Agreement in the Company’s History

In a historic moment for Apple workers, a group of Apple store employees in Maryland reached the first union labor contract agreement in the company’s history this week. First Union Deal for Apple Workers Apple reached a tentative agreement with unionized retail employees in Maryland last week, signaling the first labor deal that the company … Read more

Justice for Drivers: Amazon Faces Legal Battle with 15,000 Workers

An arbitration claim against Amazon representing 15,000 drivers has been filed this week, which could change how the e-commerce giant classifies its workers. Arbitration Against Amazon More than 15,000 drivers contracted with Amazon Flex have collectively filed arbitration claims against the company on Tuesday, claiming that their job positions have been misclassified. Misclassified Contractors Lawyers … Read more

Discriminatory ‘Whites Only’ Job Post Lands Virginia Tech Company in Hot Water

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