Report: Jon Gosselin says his 8 kids are happy Jun 4, 2009
Meanwhile, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor has said it's looking into whether the hit show is complying with the state's child labor law. Jon Gosselin tells People magazine that even in the media glare, the couple's 8-year-old twins and 5-year-old sextuplets are happy and healthy. (USA Today -- Life)
Global 8 Environmental Technologies, Inc. Adds Depth to Board of Directors Jun 4, 2009
As a young man he organized at the request of the AFL-CIO an unprecedented coalition of civic organizations to lobby Oregon's U.S. Senators for national reform of labor law. As a legal professional he advises on corporate and governance matters including intellectual property protection strategies, Reg. (Primezone Releases)
Lebanon School Board votes on new law firm, contracts (11) Jun 4, 2009
Hungerford, which specializes in school law and public sector labor law, drew strong recommendations for approval from the selection committee, which was made up of Hess, board members McUne and Debi Shimmin, and Director of Student Achievement Jan Zarate. The law firm charges 205 per hour, which Hess said was in the middle of the pack of the firms considered. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Marriage drama keeps "Jon & Kate" on ratings roll Jun 3, 2009
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor says it's looking into whether the hit reality show 'Jon & Kate Plus 8' is complying with the state's child labor law, given the tender ages of its stars. (Source: China Daily/Agencies). (Xinhuanet, China)
Lebanon board looks to future Jun 2, 2009
Hungerford, which specializes exclusively in school law and public sector labor law, drew strong recommendations for approval from the selection committee, which was made up of Hess, board members McUne and Debi Shimmin, and Director of Student Achievement Jan Zarate. The law firm charges 205 per hour, which Hess said was in the middle of the pack of the firms considered. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Taxpayers shouldn't have to pay to ensure sober firefighters Jun 2, 2009
Flaherty's claim is both inaccurate and inconsistent with basic municipal labor law. Unfortunately, the mayor does not have the authority to unilaterally impose a drug and alcohol policy. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Poll: Gosselin kids elicit concern from Americans Jun 2, 2009
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor is investigating a child labor law complaint against Jon & Kate. (The show is shot at the Gosselins' home in Wernersville, Pa. (USA Today -- Life)
Are 'Jon & Kate' Kids Hurt by Life in Spotlight?Experts question if life in the spotlight puts the Gosselin children at risk. Jun 1, 2009
Jon and Kate Gosselin Under Child Labor Law Investigation for 'Jon and Kate Plus 8' TLC Reality Show - ABC News ... The Pennsylvania Department of Labor announced it launched an investigation Friday into whether or not the show is complying with child labor laws, since cameras roll on the children all-day. (ABC News)
Jon & Kate plus ...child labor complaint May 30, 2009
Pennsylvania making sure TLC show complies with state labor laws ... - In a cold dose of reality for reality TV, Pennsylvanias Labor Department has opened an investigation into whether the hit show Jon & Kate Plus 8 is complying with state child labor laws ... Child actors and other young performers are protected by Pennsylvania labor law, but its not clear whether the law applies to reality TV. Investigators will have to decide whether the Gosselins house in southeastern... (MSNBC -- News)
What Now? Jon and Kate's Kiddie Controversy May 30, 2009
Jon and Kate Gosselin Under Child Labor Law Investigation for 'Jon and Kate Plus 8' TLC Reality Show - ABC News ... Probes Potential Child Labor Law Violations in 'Jon Plus 8 ... Not only have captured the attention of tabloids, paparazzi and the nearly 10 million people who watched the season 5 premiere of their reality show, "Jon Plus 8," they've also perked the ears of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor, which announced today that it's investigating whether the show is complying with child... (ABC News -- Business)
Delta attendants set for another union vote May 30, 2009
Labor law entitles the AFA to seek a representation election among the combined group. Similar elections could also be coming among Delta s ground workers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Princeton, Yale Dreams Led to Baseball Lifeline: Scott Soshnick May 29, 2009
Back then Sotomayor spent hours grilling lawyers for both sides on the finer points of labor law. She ruled from the bench in 15 minutes. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Obama's proposals harm business: manufacturers May 28, 2009
The current labor law that governs union organising has "been successful," he said. "It's a political payback that need not be honored," he said of labor's push for the measure supported by Obama and Democratic leaders in Congress who were elected with labour's support. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
NFL to appeal Williams' suspension case ruling May 27, 2009
It urged that any state law claims inconsistent with federal labor law should be dismissed. It's not clear if the union will file its own appeal. (ESPN -- Football News)
Guidelines announced May 27, 2009
IDOL enforces the Illinois Child Labor Law, which regulates the employment of workers who are younger than 16 years old ... The Illinois Child Labor Law allows children ages 14 and 15 to work during the school year ... There are a few exceptions to the Child Labor Law, such as babysitting, yard work and other work in private homes. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Modesto HIREvent May 27, 2009
Come To The Modesto Centre Plaza On June 3, 2009. Here is your chance to turn your career dreams into reality. (KCRA 3, CA)
Illinois teens reminded of state labor laws May 26, 2009
The Illinois Child Labor Law regulates work for those younger than 16 years old. Those 14 or 15 years old must obtain an employment certificate from their local high school or school adminstration office. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Mass Estonian strike planned over wage freeze May 21, 2009
A row over labor law, adopted in December and due to be implemented in July, has led to a deadlock within Estonia's three-party government, threatening to delay recovery from the worst recession since independence in 1991 ... Unions and the Social Democrats say the government has to also freeze the planned cut in severance pay, which was meant as a tradeoff for higher unemployment benefits when employers, unions and the government reached a deal on the labor law last year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Build-A-Bear fined for child labor law violations May 19, 2009
was fined $25,600 for violating child labor laws ... The federal audit identified 14 minors performing tasks contrary to the child labor law, according to Build-A-Bear. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Compromise sought on labor organizing May 15, 2009
Mr. Specter said he favored labor law reform in general, but said he was particularly opposed to a provision that would permit unions to be recognized without a requirement for a secret ballot election. He also faulted the bill's call for binding arbitration in cases where unions and employers failed to negotiate an initial contract. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Biden: Unions are way to rebuild middle class May 13, 2009
WASHINGTON - Vice President Joe Biden, making a renewed pitch for a major change in labor law, told union leaders Tuesday that the best way to rebuild the middle class is to help labor unions grow. Biden said it's time to "level the playing field" for unions by passing a bill that would make it easier for workers to organize. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Woodland Hills, teachers at odds over new academy May 13, 2009
The union issued a position paper on Monday, stating the district must bargain to change any term or condition of employment, or it is in violation of state labor law. But Dr. Calinger said it is the union, not the district, that refuses to negotiate. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Vigils for anniversary of Iowa immigration raid May 13, 2009
State and federal prosecutors have filed thousands of charges, ranging from labor law and immigration violations to bank fraud, against top Agriprocessors managers. The company sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, and a conservator is trying to find a buyer. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Postville: A hard year, a cloudy future writeLink("vid_id=1563&file=raidanniversary051009.flv"); May 12, 2009
Purple Panther wrote on May 10, 2009 10:46 AM:" Steady, you are absolutely right.Let's not forget the abuses committed within the plant, by people who are legal citizens. Legality of citizenship doesn't make you a good or bad person. Agriprocessors is just as much to blame for actively recruiting these workers. They've also had massive fines levied against them in the past for environmental and labor violations, yet still continued to operate in the same way. I've heard stories of people being... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Expert Warns Of Swine Flu-Bird Flu Mix May 9, 2009
Students wearing masks to protect against the swine flu contagion attend a class in labor law at Mexico City's University of London, May 7, 2009. High schools and universities across Mexico that were closed by the epidemic reopened this week. (CBS News)
Governor to veto Hawaii tax hikes, keep pressing wage cuts May 7, 2009
Most of the state's private-sector workforce is covered by federal labor law, so the bill only covers a fraction of mostly agricultural workers under state labor law. State Sen. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Two Sacramento car washes hit in labor law sweep May 7, 2009
Two Sacramento car washes were among dozens statewide that were cited or fined as part of a California Labor Commissioner s Office sweep last week to enforce a variety of labor laws. The state issued more than $770,000 in fines to businesses in the car wash industry for violations that included failing to register the business with the state and failing to carry workers compensation insurance, a news release said Tuesday. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Lawmakers pass union 'card-check' bill May 7, 2009
Under current labor law, a company can demand a secret ballot election supervised by the federal government after being presented the union cards ... Under current labor law, a company can demand a secret ballot election supervised by the federal government after being presented the union cards. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Los Angeles octuplet mother sued for child exploitation May 5, 2009
The lawyer, who said Suleman has entered into contracts and received payments for photos and videos of her octuplets and has stated she will have a reality television show with her children, cited California's child labor law that governs the entertainment industry. Suleman reportedly said that the planned reality show will follow the octuplets until they are 18. (Xinhuanet, China)
Souter surprised conservatives May 2, 2009
In a similar case three years later, Alden v. Maine (1999), the court ruled that a group of probation officers in Maine could not sue the state government for alleged violations of federal labor law. Souter, in dissent, cited pre-revolutionary state charters, debates over the Constitution, and the Federalist Papers to criticize the ruling, which he wrote "fails for the lack of any substantial support for such a conception in the thinking of the founding era.". (Boston Globe)
CHRIS SCHNEIDER: Still seeking equality for all U.S. workers May 2, 2009
"Decades later, the vast majority of farmworkers and domestic workers are still people of color. They remain mired in poverty due, in large part, to the de facto race-based exclusion of them from basic labor law protection.Following the precedent of the Wagner Act, farmworkers and domestic workers have been specifically excluded from other protective labor laws, such as minimum wage, unemployment, worker compensation, etc., at both federal and state levels. They find themselves on the bottom... (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Jovenes Latinos conference is where governor discusses safe jobs for youth Apr 29, 2009
Students from across the Commonwealth came together to stem the tide of Child Labor Law violations, work-related injuries, and deaths ... Since 2000, according to MassCOSH, eight teens in the Commonwealth have been killed at work, many doing jobs prohibited under the Child Labor Laws ... Safe Jobs for Youth Month increases the awareness of Child Labor laws, as well as health and safety issues young workers face on the job. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Labor law firm Ogletree expands to NOLA Apr 28, 2009
Labor law firm Ogletree expands to New Orleans - Atlanta Business Chronicle ... Labor law firm Ogletree expands to New Orleans. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Lawmakers have lots to do before adjourning Apr 20, 2009
House GOP Leader Kraig Paulsen of Hiawatha said he has been heartened by Democrats' inability to move ahead on their plan to raise income taxes for some Iowans and a quartet of labor law changes that have been fought by business groups. "I think that the fact that they're struggling is a credit to Iowans," he said. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
STEPHEN D. MALM: Theft of labor is a growing, real problem Apr 18, 2009
Most labor law violators would agree with Los Angeles Assistant District Attorney Barry Gale that the threat of jail time is a greater deterrent than the risk of civil penalties. Gale led the task force of state, local and federal agencies to halt widespread labor law abuses in the janitorial industry through criminal prosecution. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
UPDATE: Another WCV parent comes forward Apr 18, 2009
In the days following the submission of the statement, Malone said a number of allegations began flowing in from district employees, including: retaliation by Ridout against employees who made statements; Ridout attempted to prevent employees from meeting after work hours; Ridout attempted to prevent employees from communicating with the WCV school board; and Ridout attempted to prevent hourly staff members from performing volunteer work within the district, stating a labor law prevented hourly... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
GOP says backlash cripples Democrats' top issues Apr 17, 2009
McKinley said his read is that Democrats "overreached and they know they've overreached," especially in trying to push a major tax shift and labor law changes that have met with formidable resistance. Gronstal said the reality is the clock is ticking and issues that lack consensus will have to be left behind as lawmakers push to adjourn next week. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
PSU neutral on act Apr 17, 2009
The EFCA, which is pending in Congress, would change federal labor laws to make it easier for workers to form a union by forcing employers to recognize a union when a majority of workers sign cards saying they would like to join one ... The act would also create stricter penalties for employers that violate labor laws and would create a binding arbitration process for unions and employers who fail to agree on a contract after a set amount of time ... On March 27, about 50 people delivered... (Daily Collegian, PA)
Teamsters Union Applauds Rep. Patrick Murphy's Support of Workers at U.S. Foodservice Apr 16, 2009
Despite its multimillion dollar business, U.S. Foodservice habitually breaks labor law, threatening, harassing and intimidating employees who want to form unions. "I am deeply troubled by the military's practice of entering into contracts with employers who have a history of serious labor law violations," Murphy wrote ... "I feel strongly that we need to consider the mistreatment of contracted workers and labor law violations a prime example of 'misuse' which serves neither the needs of the... (PR Newswire)
Card Check 2.0 Apr 16, 2009
If we're going to move forward with labor law reformand bring union organizing rules into the 21st centurywe're going to need a compromise. I propose a new design that would respond to the demands of both sides. (Slate)
Alliance for Workers Freedom Plays Major Role in Labor Reform Apr 15, 2009
If passed into law, the card check legislation would become the first major overhaul of American labor law since 1947. Johnson said that the Obama administration is protecting the fact that unionized businesses are failing faster than non-unionized ones because of the increased costs associated with unionization. (Human Events Online)
Future depends on fair incomes Apr 14, 2009
Steve wrote on Apr 13, 2009 3:28 PM:" Ahh, the wonderful self assuredness of youth. Go ahead, Svein, join your union and see what really happens. More than likely, you will find out that the primary purpose of a union is to force you to pay union dues. They are not really interested in you, as a person. Instead, they are looking to preserve the status quo, which means that you have to do what the union boss says, not what you think is right. I only belonged to one union and was almost forced... (Missoulian, MT)
Iowa Kosher Slaughterhouse Manager Pleads Guilty Apr 14, 2009
Billmeyer and others at the plant still face thousands of state child labor law charges. She remained free on bond, and a sentencing will be scheduled after a pre-sentence report is prepared. (Time.com)
Ex-Agriprocessors HR manager pleads guilty to charges Apr 14, 2009
Besides the federal immigration charges against Agriprocessors and its managers, Billmeyer and others still face thousands of state child labor law charges. More Stories from News. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
AL SMITH: Employee Free Choice Act offers less choice, not more Apr 14, 2009
The Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce opposes the Employee Free Choice Act, a proposed federal labor law that would strip employees of their right to unionize through the secret ballot process. More popularly known as "card check," this federal proposal would abolish secret ballot elections, so that union organizers would be free to intimidate employees into publicly signing cards stating they want to unionize. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Your Career: Employers squeezing workers Apr 14, 2009
Even though employees are the ones who generate profits for a company, some firms are more concerned about declining share prices in the near term than holding on to employees, said Kathy McKee, professor of labor law at Regent University. But the practice ends up hurting morale and the company in the long term, she added. (MSNBC -- Business)
This Week in Print Apr 11, 2009
Print Edition - Denver Business Journal. for free extra services. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
TSMC terminates over 200 employees Apr 10, 2009
-- Following Taiwan's labor laws, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (TSMC) this week said that it issued documents on April 3 to over 200 former employees ''certifying that their employment was terminated due to deteriorating business conditions ... Under the auspices of the Bureau of Labor Affairs, we reached an agreement with all representatives of former employees to issue substantial severance payments based on seniority, which comes in addition to severance already paid in... (EETimes)
Bill puts more teeth into child labor laws Apr 10, 2009
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Allegations mount against principal, WCV Apr 10, 2009
n Ridout attempted to prevent hourly staff members from performing volunteer work within the district, stating a labor law prevented hourly employees from doing so. As a result of additional allegations, the union filed two additional prohibited practice complaints Monday, April 6, with the IPERB. The first pertains to Ridout's alleged statements regarding volunteerism; the second pertains to inequities in hourly support staff pay. (Dallas County News, IA)
Labor legislation touted as most important in years Apr 9, 2009
Patrick Semmens, director of legal information for the National Right to Work Foundation, agrees that it signals a "dramatic change" in U.S. labor law. And they both foresee an intense Senate debate on the subject that will be won by their side. (Montana Standard, MT)
Statement of Bruce Raynor, General President of UNITE HERE, on Pichler, et al. vs. UNITE HERE: A Regretful Outcome That Shows the Need for Labor Law Reform Apr 8, 2009
Text hiding to spacing. NEW YORK, April 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is a statement of Bruce Raynor, General President of UNITE HERE, on Pichler, et al. vs. UNITE HERE. (PR Newswire)
Greedy corporations trying to erode workers rights Apr 8, 2009
The obvious result of their greed-fueled effort is another 29-style crash and depression along with an employer-dominated labor law that is a sorry joke. You should have just told it like it really is, Webb: a U.S. serviceman returning from Iraq or Afghanistan with the Medal of Honor around his or her neck would, upon re-entering the work force and deciding to exercise the right to organize a union, have his rights violated by his employer to such an extent that even the illegal immigrant... (Missoulian, MT)
Court: Hospital can be sued in murder Apr 7, 2009
It also claimed that the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor law did not apply because Howard was screened and did not have an emergency condition. U.S. District Judge Anna Diggs Taylor ruled in favor of the hospital in 2007, a decision the appeals court overturned. (MSNBC -- Crime)
City considering an appeal from former employee Apr 4, 2009
Also in attendance for the city was Susan Snowden, a Martinsburg attorney who specializes in labor law. She was retained to provide additional expertise as the city navigates uncharted waters on the matter. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Action! Reed Smith Negotiates Ad Industry Deal With Actors Apr 3, 2009
" According to the terms of the deal reached early Wednesday morning -- 5:30 a.m. in New York, Wood says, almost six hours after the last contract expired -- commercial actors will get a modest 4.8 percent pay raise in the contract's first year. Wood says the pay raise restriction to the first year of the deal is done because members of the ANA produce tens of thousands of commercials per year. Changing rates three times during the course of a contract would be unwieldy, Wood says, so... (Law.com)
Probe: Workplace Safety Not Well Enforced Apr 3, 2009
The findings offer more fuel to Democrats who blame the Bush administration for lax enforcement of labor law violations. The new Labor Secretary, Hilda Solis, has pledged to increase enforcement of safety and health laws. (KIRO TV, WA)
New indictment filed in kosher slaughterhouse case Apr 1, 2009
State prosecutors recently agreed to delay state charges on child labor law violations. Trial on those charges had been scheduled for April 20. (Sioux City Journal)
Window co. violated labor laws: NLRB Chicago Apr 1, 2009
(Crains) violated federal labor law when it abruptly closed its Goose Island factory in December, the Chicago office of the National Labor Relations Board has determined ... While the regional boards ruling favored the workers, it also highlighted problems with federal labor law, said Leah Fried, an organizer for United Electrical Workers, which represents the Republic workers ... You and I pay more for a parking ticket than that employer will pay for violating federal labor law,... (Crain's Chicago Business)
Sentinel Morning Update: Officials debate Employee Free Choice Act Apr 1, 2009
Depending on who you talk to, the Employee Free Choice Act would either turn labor law on its head and put even more people in this country out of work or it would enhance business and bolster the rights of workers who want unions. Both viewpoints were argued Tuesday night during a debate at Mechanicsburg Middle School, an event sponsored by the West Shore Chamber of Commerce. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Card Check Continues to Get Lots of Attention Apr 1, 2009
Any conversation about labor law reform would have to have as a precursor getting rid of this card check bill completely. The chamber is hosting its second fly-in on the issue Wednesday, with more than 100 people coming in from Alaska, Montana, Connecticut, Colorado, Florida, Delaware and North Dakota. (Roll Call)
Labor effort aimed at Hub health workers Mar 30, 2009
"This would be major labor law reform that we haven't seen in a long, long time.". Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Activists rally for workers' 'free choice' Mar 30, 2009
The act, proposed in Congress earlier this month, will help workers more easily form unions, gain health insurance, ensure job security and allow for stricter punishments for employers and unions in violation of labor laws, members of the United Students Against Sweatshops (USAS) said. "It would punish both companies and unions so when they violate labor laws, you wouldn't just get a slap on the wrist anymore," USAS member Chris Stevens said ... The petitions, which were collected during the... (Daily Collegian, PA)
Colorado march on Washington Mar 30, 2009
It completely changes labor law. To unionize a workplace, employees now must collect enough signatures to hold a secret-ballot election and then approve the move in a vote. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
A shameful effort to limit class actions Mar 29, 2009
-- Activists seeking to end the use of sweatshops brought sweeping class actions in 1999 under California state law against high-end garment manufacturers who were evading U.S. labor law by operating in what they thought was the safe haven of the Mariana Islands. Despite the steady drumbeat of rhetoric about "jackpot" lawsuits, class actions represent a tiny fraction of all civil filings in California state courts. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
