All articles tagged with #labor dispute
The Writers Guild of America West staff voted to strike amid alleged unfair labor practices by management, affecting about 100 of 150 workers and prompting picketing outside WGA West as the guild heads into upcoming AMPTP contract negotiations; the union says negotiations will continue in good faith with executives handling non-striking duties, while the guild denies the allegations of bad faith bargaining.
While Beltrán and Jones are celebrated in Cooperstown, the piece warns Posey’s impending induction could be overshadowed by an MLB lockout over a salary cap, underscoring how labor-vs-management tensions threaten baseball’s goodwill and Posey’s moment.
The 75-member ski patrol union in Telluride approved a new contract ending a 13-day strike that led to the resort's closure, after community protests and economic losses. The resort will reopen gradually, amid ongoing tensions over wages, community support, and regional economic challenges, highlighting broader issues of inequality and community resilience in mountain towns.
The Telluride Ski Resort in Colorado has been closed indefinitely due to a strike by the ski patrol union over wages, with negotiations having broken down after the resort's management refused to increase wages despite the high cost of living and union demands. The strike has impacted the resort's operations during a busy season, highlighting ongoing labor disputes in ski resorts across the US.
The Telluride ski resort plans to close due to a strike by the ski patrol union over pay disputes, with the union demanding higher wages and the owner criticizing the strike as harmful to the community; the closure may extend depending on negotiations.
Telluride Ski Resort in Colorado will close on Saturday due to a labor dispute between the resort owner and the ski patrol union over pay negotiations, with the union threatening to strike after failed contract talks, potentially impacting the ski season.
The popular Starbucks in California's Downtown Disney closed unexpectedly due to a strike by unionized baristas protesting for fair pay and working conditions, part of a broader nationwide dispute with Starbucks over contract negotiations.
Unionized Starbucks workers are preparing to strike in over 25 US cities on November 13, coinciding with Red Cup Day, as they seek a fair contract after years of unsuccessful negotiations. The union has authorized an open-ended strike, citing unfair bargaining practices and unresolved issues, while Starbucks claims it offers competitive pay and benefits. The strike could impact holiday sales and reflects ongoing tensions between the company and its employees.
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers across multiple states are set to strike for five days starting October 14, due to unresolved contract negotiations focusing on staffing, wages, and benefits. The strike involves union members representing 62,000 employees, with some hospitals remaining open but shifting to virtual care for some services. Kaiser has offered wage increases and improved benefits, but union members feel their concerns are not adequately addressed. The company is preparing for the strike by onboarding additional staff and reassigning volunteers.
The upcoming NLCS between the Dodgers and Brewers is more than just a playoff series; it symbolizes the ongoing labor dispute in MLB over a potential salary cap, with the outcome potentially influencing the league's economic future and collective bargaining negotiations.
Defense workers at Boeing's St. Louis plant voted against the company's latest contract offer and remain on strike, citing insufficient signing bonuses and benefits. The union demands a more meaningful offer, with the strike affecting the assembly of F-15 jets and missile systems. Despite the strike, Boeing's stock is up 22% this year and has a strong buy consensus among analysts, with a target price suggesting a 21% upside.
Air Canada flight attendants, with 99.1% voting against the company's wage offer, are heading to mediation and potentially arbitration after a major strike and government intervention, highlighting ongoing tensions over wages and labor rights in the airline industry.
Boeing's stock declined as the company brought in permanent replacement workers amid a labor dispute, affecting investor sentiment.
Air Canada cabin crew strike has entered its fourth day amid ongoing negotiations, with the union refusing to return to work despite a government order, leading to widespread flight cancellations and passenger frustration. The dispute centers around wages and unpaid work, with support from other Canadian unions and potential government intervention.
Air Canada and its flight attendants union resumed negotiations after a strike that disrupted flights and affected travelers during peak summer travel, despite legal orders for the union to return to work. The union refuses to end the strike, citing unresolved issues over pay and working conditions, while the airline faces significant cancellations and passenger frustrations. The situation remains tense with ongoing legal and labor disputes.