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Apple illegally denied benefits to the first unionized store in the country, says National Labor Relations Board

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Apple illegally denied benefits to the first unionized store in the country, says National Labor Relations Board

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has filed a complaint against Apple, alleging that the company violated labor laws by withholding benefits from unionized workers at its Towson, Maryland store. The Towson Apple Store became the first in the country to unionize in June 2022. The complaint follows a prior complaint filed by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) last year. The NLRB and IAM claim that Apple excluded the unionized workers from improved benefits offered to other Apple Store employees nationwide.

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US labor board bans mandatory anti-union meetings in ruling against Amazon

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

US labor board bans mandatory anti-union meetings in ruling against Amazon

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has ruled that Amazon engaged in unlawful practices during mandatory meetings aimed at dissuading unionization. The board stated that these meetings, commonly known as captive audience meetings, interfere with workers' rights to decide whether to unionize. Amazon managers reportedly made promises to resolve grievances if workers rejected the union and illegally threatened to withhold benefits and raises if the warehouse unionized. Amazon has been ordered to post a notice of the violations at the warehouse and can appeal the decision. The NLRB's ban on captive audience meetings may face legal challenges.

Apple Store employees in New Jersey are trying to unionize

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Apple Store employees in New Jersey are trying to unionize

A group of 104 employees at an Apple Store in Short Hills, New Jersey have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to unionize. If successful, they would join the Communications Workers of America, which already represents other Apple Store employees. Although four other Apple Stores have previously attempted unionization, only two have been successful in forming a union. Apple has faced criticism and legal action in the past for its treatment of employees engaging in pro-union activities. The company maintains that it offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Amazon illegally called police on employees, terminated activist, alleges Labour

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Amazon illegally called police on employees, terminated activist, alleges Labour

Amazon.com Inc. illegally called the police on employees, restricted discussions about organizing, and terminated an activist in the lead-up to a vote on unionization near Albany, New York, the US National Labor Relations Board alleged in a complaint Monday

Apple workers approve contract at first union store in US

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple workers approve contract at first union store in US

Workers at the first unionized Apple Store in the US, located in Towson, Maryland, have ratified a labor contract with the tech giant. The contract provides a 10% raise over three years, along with the same benefits as nonunion stores and guaranteed severance pay. The negotiations had been stalled over equal access to benefits and Apple's scheduling policy for part-time workers, but both issues were resolved. The agreement is expected to provide momentum for future organizing campaigns at other Apple Stores. The store in Oklahoma City is now seeking a similar contract.

Apple accused by NLRB of deterring employees from discussing pay equity

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

Apple accused by NLRB of deterring employees from discussing pay equity

The National Labor Relations Board has accused Apple of trying to stop employees from discussing pay equity and forcing an engineer to quit over a wage survey. This is the third complaint in a month alleging that Apple has illegally discouraged discussions on issues like sex bias and pay discrimination. The new complaint claims that Apple prohibited workers from creating a Slack channel to discuss pay equity and barred conversations about a policy on financial incentives. Apple denies the allegations and has stated its commitment to a positive and inclusive workplace. An administrative hearing is scheduled for June.

Apple accused of restricting workers' slack, social media use by US labor board

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

Apple accused of restricting workers' slack, social media use by US labor board

- The U.S. National Labor Relations Board accuses Apple of interfering with workers' rights to collectively advocate for better working conditions. - The NLRB complaint accuses Apple of maintaining unlawful work rules around the acceptable uses of the workplace messaging app Slack. - Apple is accused of illegally firing an employee who advocated for workplace changes on Slack and requiring another worker to delete a social media post. - The NLRB also alleges that Apple created the impression of employee surveillance via social media. - This is the second complaint filed against Apple by the NLRB this month. - Apple denies the accusations and states its commitment to maintaining a positive and inclusive workplace.

Government IT whistleblower calls out DOGE, says he was threatened at home

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 3m ago

Government IT whistleblower calls out DOGE, says he was threatened at home

A government IT whistleblower, Daniel Berulis, claims that Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) improperly accessed National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) systems, leading to a data breach with attempted logins from Russia. Berulis, a DevSecOps architect, reported potential data exfiltration and received threats for preparing his disclosure. Despite denied access requests, Berulis' concerns prompted investigation calls by Representative Gerry Connolly, citing a conflict of interest due to Musk’s involvement in DOGE and ongoing legal actions.

SpaceX faces hearing on engineers fired after criticizing Elon Musk over sexism

Reuters · 1y ago

SpaceX faces hearing on engineers fired after criticizing Elon Musk over sexism

SpaceX will face a labor board judge on Tuesday over claims that the company fired eight engineers for criticizing CEO Elon Musk and accusing him of sexist conduct. The engineers had circulated a letter accusing Musk of sexism and claiming the company tolerated discrimination against women. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) claims SpaceX violated labor laws by firing the engineers and is seeking to order their reinstatement and compensation. SpaceX has denied wrongdoing and filed a lawsuit to block the board's enforcement proceedings, citing violations of the US Constitution. The case is ongoing.

Amazon hit with US labor board complaint over 'joint employment' of drivers

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

Amazon hit with US labor board complaint over 'joint employment' of drivers

- Amazon has been accused by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) of illegally refusing to bargain with a union representing drivers employed by a contractor, Battle Tested Strategies (BTS). - The NLRB claims that Amazon is considered a joint employer of the drivers employed by BTS and used illegal tactics to discourage union activities at a facility in Palmdale, California. - BTS drivers voted to join the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union, becoming the first Amazon delivery contractors to unionize. - The NLRB states that Amazon broke the law by terminating its contract with BTS after the drivers unionized, without first bargaining with the Teamsters. - Amazon argues that it does not have enough control over drivers' working conditions to be considered their joint employer. - The case will be heard by an administrative judge in Los Angeles, with an initial hearing scheduled for next March.

SpaceX illegally fired workers critical of Elon Musk, US labor agency says

Reuters · 1y ago

SpaceX illegally fired workers critical of Elon Musk, US labor agency says

Rocket and satellite maker SpaceX has been accused by a U.S. labor agency of wrongfully terminating eight employees for circulating a letter criticizing CEO Elon Musk. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a complaint stating that SpaceX violated federal labor law by suppressing the workers' right to advocate for improved working conditions. The letter addressed Musk's controversial tweets and their inconsistency with the company's diversity and misconduct policies. The NLRB's general counsel will seek to resolve the issue, with a hearing scheduled for March 5.

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