San Diego Contractor Pays Over $360K in Back Pay and Damages for Employee Rights Violations
San Diego contractor, Watkins Environmental Inc., has been ordered by the U.S. Department of Labor to pay substantial amounts in back wages and liquidated damages to over 100 employees. The contractor allegedly violated overtime and minimum wage regulations by denying rightful compensation to its construction workers. Additionally, hourly employees were not paid for pre-work time […]
Ongoing Labor Negotiations Extend West Coast Port Disruptions
Disruptions at key West Coast port terminals continue as labor contract negotiations persist, causing concerns for supply chains and businesses relying on smooth operations. The Port of Long Beach, in particular, is bracing for further disruptions as Total Terminals International (TTI) announced the cancellation of operations on June 5, intensifying the impact of ongoing labor […]
