Los Angeles Workers Strike: City Services Hit Amid Wage Demands
In a sweeping demand for better wages and against purported unfair labor practices, over 11,000 city employees, including sanitation workers, traffic officers, and lifeguards, launched a 24-hour Los Angeles workers strike. The walkout began Tuesday, with SEIU Local 721 accusing the city of not bargaining in good faith and infringing on workers’ rights. Picket lines […]
Giuliani Faces Legal Heat: Ex-Lawyers Sue for Unpaid Fees
Rudy Giuliani, once New York City’s heralded mayor and Donald Trump’s legal spearhead in the tumultuous 2020 election aftermath, is now at the center of another controversy. This time, he finds himself on the defendant’s side in a lawsuit filed by his former attorneys. The claim? Unpaid legal fees amounting to a staggering $1.36 million. […]
Nobu Employee Lawsuit Reveals Alleged Labor Violations at Iconic LA Restaurant [Los Angeles, CA]
[Los Angeles, California] Angel Briones, a former employee at the prestigious Nobu restaurant on La Cienega Boulevard, has filed a lawsuit alleging the establishment violated state labor codes. The suit claims that Briones, along with other current and past employees, routinely worked unpaid hours and missed out on legally mandated meal and rest breaks. This […]
Judge Allows Trial in Fiona Ma Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Brought by Ex Staff [Sacramento, CA]
[Sacramento, California] A lawsuit alleging sexual harassment against California Treasurer Fiona Ma will proceed to trial, a Sacramento County Superior Court judge ruled Thursday. The decision comes after Judith Blackwell, former head of the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee, accused Ma of inappropriate behavior and advances. Blackwell, who initiated the Fiona Ma sexual harassment lawsuit […]
Tech Giants Google and Airtable Announce Massive Layoffs [San Francisco, CA]
[San Francisco, California] Tech giants Google and Airtable announced significant layoffs, confirming that the perceived lull in tech layoffs was only temporary. This development indicates a broader slowdown in tech hiring, a concerning trend for the sector. Google confirmed the release of several hundred staff members from its recruiting division. Google spokesperson, Courtenay Mencini, cited […]
Massive U.S. Autoworker Strike Hits General Motors, Stellantis, Ford for Pay Hikes, Shorter Workweeks
[Wayne, Michigan] U.S. Big 3 automakers — General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis — were hit by a massive strike from the United Auto Workers (UAW) on Friday morning. The move came after the union and car manufacturers couldn’t solidify a contract agreement before the Thursday midnight deadline. Shawn Fain, UAW president, had already identified the […]
California Eyes $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers
California is set to make history by potentially introducing a $20 minimum wage for its fast-food workers. This transformative change, revealed on Monday, stems from a recent agreement between the fast food industry and labor unions. However, the proposal awaits approval from the state legislature. Should the agreement receive the green light, California would break […]
California’s SB-616 Pushes for Extended Paid Sick Leave: A Respite or Business Burden?
California’s State Senator Lena Gonzalez (D-Long Beach) has amended Senate Bill 616, proposing an extension of paid sick leave (PSL) up to 40 hours for workers. This move seeks to amend Section 246 of the state’s Labor Code, potentially ensuring more extended health-related respite for employees. The existing California sick leave law mandates paid sick […]
Grindr Faces Staff Exodus Amid Return-to-Office Mandate and Unionizing Efforts
West Hollywood, CA – In a dramatic twist for Grindr, the well-known LGBTQ+ dating app, nearly 45% of its employees opted to resign following the company’s stringent return-to-office mandate, introduced just as most employees revealed plans to unionize. The Communications Workers of America (CWA) reported that of the company’s 178 employees, approximately 80 chose to […]
California Correctional Officers to Receive $10K Bonuses Amid Prison Closures
As the state of California moves ahead with plans to close several prisons, the California Correctional Peace Officers Association (CCPOA) has secured a lucrative contract. Thousands of correctional officers are now on track to receive $10,000 bonuses. The new contract, negotiated between CCPOA and Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration, comes with a slew of additional benefits. […]
