All articles tagged with #unionize
Originally Published 2 months ago — by GamesIndustry.biz
Over 100 employees from Blizzard's Hearthstone and Warcraft Rumble teams have voted to unionize with the Communications Workers of America, joining a growing movement of nearly 3,000 Microsoft-owned studio workers seeking better protections and conditions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by GamesIndustry.biz
Over 400 employees in Blizzard's Platform & Technology division voted to unionize under the CWA, joining other Blizzard divisions and reflecting a broader movement within the gaming industry to improve workplace standards and address issues like low pay and redundancies. Microsoft has recognized the union, and this development is part of ongoing efforts to change industry perceptions of game developers as disposable workers.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
California Governor Gavin Newsom and lawmakers have reached a historic agreement with Uber and Lyft to allow their drivers to unionize and bargain collectively while remaining classified as independent contractors, marking a significant development in gig worker rights and labor law. The deal includes legislation that enables drivers to form unions through signature collection and collective bargaining, along with reduced insurance requirements for the companies. This compromise aims to balance worker rights, company interests, and consumer costs, though some critics question the strength of protections for drivers.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by GameSpot
Over 450 Blizzard Diablo developers voted to unionize under the CWA following mass layoffs, aiming to improve job security and industry conditions amid a climate of uncertainty and instability, with Microsoft recognizing the union.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Game Developer
Over 450 game developers working on Diablo at Blizzard Entertainment voted to unionize under the CWA, driven by concerns over layoffs and job security, marking a significant step in industry-wide labor organization efforts in California.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Investopedia
CVS and Walgreens shares declined after The Pharmacy Guild, launched by IAM Healthcare, called for the unionization of pharmacy workers to address staffing and workload safety standards. The initiative follows a pharmacist walkout organized through social media, demanding that corporate pharmacy retailers address staffing shortages. CVS and Walgreens are expanding their health services businesses amidst a decline in pharmacy claims, with Walgreens recently partnering with Pearl Health for primary care services.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Visual effects workers at Walt Disney Pictures have unanimously voted to unionize with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), following in the footsteps of Marvel Studios VFX workers. The unionizing workers seek fair compensation, healthcare, retirement benefits, and the same rights and protections as their unionized coworkers. The next step is collective bargaining negotiations with Disney executives to draft a contract that addresses the workers' needs.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
Fifteen Dartmouth men's basketball players have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to form a union, excluding team managers and supervisors. This could potentially be the first successful attempt to form a union of college athletes, unlike the 2015 case involving Northwestern football players that was dismissed by the NLRB. There are also pending cases related to college athletes and unfair labor practices. The NCAA has argued against athletes being classified as employees and has lobbied for a federal law designating them as non-employees. The NLRB's pursuit of the NCAA and conferences as joint employers in a case involving the Pac-12 and USC could potentially extend the right to unionize to public school players as well. Dartmouth is a private school without athletic scholarships, which may complicate the case.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Visual effects crews at Walt Disney Pictures have filed with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) for an election to unionize, with over 80% of the in-house VFX crew members signing authorization cards. This follows the recent unionization of VFX crews at Marvel Studios. The unionizing workers are demanding fair compensation, healthcare, retirement benefits, and the same rights and protections as their unionized colleagues. A labor board election could take place in the next few weeks, and if the majority votes in favor of unionizing, the studio will be required to negotiate a contract with the workers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by 9News.com KUSA
Workers at four Starbucks stores in Colorado are striking for better wages, consistent scheduling, and the right to unionize without fear or intimidation. The strike is part of a national day of action, with workers from over 100 stores across the country participating. Last month, an administrative law judge ruled that Starbucks committed unfair labor practices by retaliating against workers who tried to unionize. The striking workers hope their actions will bring Starbucks to the bargaining table and give them a say in their workplace.