February 4, 2024 News & Commentary Ridehail drivers and union leaders sue to block Massachusetts ballot initiative that would define ridehail drivers as independent contractors; the Washington Post analyzes 2023 data on child labor; and the NLRB accuses the Washington Post of violating labor law by refusing to bargain with its employees’ union over return to office.
DOL Releases New Rule on Worker Classification John Fry on the DOL's new rule distinguishing employees from independent contractors.
January 10, 2024 News & Commentary DOL final rule on worker classification; Google appeals NLRB finding of joint employment and unfair labor practice; first big AI agreement by Screen Actors Guild.
January 9, 2024 News & Commentary DOL finalizes independent contractors rule, Las Vegas hospitality workers announce upcoming strike, and the NY Times profiles unions' relationship with Israel.
The Promise and Pitfalls of Apprenticeships in American Workforce Development Gwen Byrne on the possibilities and pitfalls of apprenticeships in America.
November 29, 2023 News & Commentary New investor network for workers' rights; Amazon workers at largest air hub file unfair labor practice charge; Czech labor unions stage protests to oppose budget cuts.
Tech@Work — November 17, 2023 In today’s Tech@Work, Biden’s new executive order on AI addresses AI’s impact on work and workers; and SAG-AFTRA agreement requires studios to meet twice a year with the union to discuss AI.
October 20, 2023 News & Commentary Starbucks sues Starbucks Workers United for use of company's IP in support of Palestine; and Senate HELP Committee top Republican criticizes DOL's child labor response.
September 28, 2023 News & Commentary Major questions doctrine, alleged unlawful discharge at the ACLU, opportunity to re-evaluate captive audience meetings.
September 22, 2023 News & Commentary Biden and Lula announce Partnership for Workers’ Rights; GAO clears Su to serve as acting Secretary of Labor indefinitely.
