workers rights

Democrats Want Paid Sick Days, Breaks For Domestic Workers

Rep. Pramila Jayapal reintroduced the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights, which would ensure basic workplace standards for nannies and house cleaners.
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OSHA Issues $1 Million In Fines Over Deaths Of 6 Poultry Workers In Georgia

The agency said Foundation Food Group committed deadly safety lapses that led to the deadly liquid nitrogen leak in January.
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These Are Your Rights At Work When It's Dangerously Hot Outside

Do you have to go to work when it's extremely hot out? Here's what federal law says.
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Heat Waves Prompt Workers To Walk Off The Job

A doughnut shop. A Jack In The Box. A Hooters. Workers all over say their workplaces are too hot as the U.S. bakes.
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Supreme Court Backs Businesses Challenging California Labor Law

In a 6-3 decision, the Court's conservative judges sided with agriculture businesses that sought to restrict communication between unions and unionized workers during the day.
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Starbucks Barista Fired For Tweeting Customer's ‘Crazy’ Order Speaks Out

Josie Morales doesn't regret joking about a customer’s very elaborate Frappuccino order, saying “I feel like it brought some light upon how crazy orders can be.”
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How Amazon Crushed The Union Threat In Alabama

Inside the high-stakes campaign that ended with a lopsided loss for the union.
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Rep. Tim Ryan Blows Up At GOP In Fiery House Floor Speech: 'Stop Talking About Dr. Seuss'

The Ohio Democrat implored Republicans to stop with the culture war and "start working with us" to pass legislation to help Americans.
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In A Win For Workers, Biden Halts Trump Plan To Speed Up Poultry Plants

Workers and safety advocates feared the faster speeds would lead to more injuries and COVID-19 infections.
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Drivers Sue Uber Over ‘Barrage’ Of Messages Opposing Labor Protections

Uber, Lyft and others have spent over $185 million on a campaign to exempt them from a California law that would make drivers employees with benefits.
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