Category: Service Industry

Minimum Wage Concerns In 2024: California Fast Food Workers Are Feeling The Union Burn

Posted by Kimberly Ricci | Jan 9, 2024 | Industry, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Legal, Politics, SEIU, Service Industry, States, Union Organizing, Unions

California is poised for a dicey labor development amid already rough inflationary times. After much back and forth last year, lawmakers passed AB 1228, which will boost most fast-food to $20 per hour on April 1, 2024.

The Weekly Workfront: Labor Relations Whirlpool

Posted by Michael VanDervort | Jan 5, 2024 | Industry, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Leadership, Legal, Manufacturing, NLRB, Retail, Service Industry, Uncategorized, Union Organizing, Weekly Workfront

Alright, to end the week, let’s dive into the swirling whirlpool of labor relations and unionization that’s making waves in some big-name companies

Starbucks’ Cup Of Woes: A Coffeehouse Giant In Need Of Some Holiday Cheer

Posted by Kimberly Ricci | Dec 20, 2023 | Bargaining/Negotiations, Federal, Industry, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Leadership, Legal, NLRB, Positive Workplace, SEIU, Service Industry, Union Organizing, Unionized Company, Unions

This month, Starbucks requested to reopen contract negotiations with Workers United after a 6-month impasse. The company further expressed intent to reach contracts with all unionized stores in 2024.

The Workfront: Upheaval, Drama and Dynamism

Posted by Michael VanDervort | Dec 14, 2023 | Bargaining/Negotiations, Industry, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Leadership, Manufacturing, Service Industry, Strikes, Union Leaders, Union Leaders, Union Organizing

In the world of labor unions in 2023, the unfolding events could easily be mistaken for a Hollywood blockbuster, with drama, tension, and unexpected plot twists at every turn.