Hyundai-Kia supply chain included in “Dirty Dozen” list of dangerous employers
The supply chain is “linked to worker deaths, child labor, unsafe conditions, and systemic labor exploitation,” a nonprofit’s report alleges.
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Mercedes agrees to post notices about workers’ rights under NLRB settlement
The settlement comes almost two years after the UAW alleged Mercedes had engaged in illegal unionbusting at its Vance plant.
Alabama Arise launches Worker Power Campaign to advocate for labor rights statewide
Arise detailed goals to restore Alabama's union density and combat the vast wealth inequality between workers and corporate leadership.
Huntsville auto workers fail to unionize Navistar plant, UAW alleges illegal intimidation
Workers at the Navistar plant in Huntsville voted against forming a union, marking another failed effort by United Auto Workers to organize labor in Alabama.
North Alabama Area Labor Council encourages Huntsville auto workers to unionize
Local labor groups urged Huntsville auto workers to vote "union yes" in a pivotal election, emphasizing the power of collective bargaining.
2024 in Review: Chance Phillips’ Top 5 Stories
Union organizing efforts met mixed results, companies fought lawsuits over hiring children, and Republicans attacked access to gender-affirming care.
NLRB decides captive audience meetings are unlawful in potential boost for unions
Unions said captive audience meetings were partially responsible for losses at the Amazon location in Bessemer and the Mercedes plant.
UAW president: Mercedes breaking promises to workers by blaming the union
UAW’s Shawn Fain accuses Mercedes management of “blaming the union rather than keeping their commitments to make improvements for workers.”
UAW petitions National Labor Relations Board to rerun Mercedes election
The UAW’s latest filing adds to the list of legal complaints and investigations Mercedes is currently facing.
Gov. Ivey, BCA, labor react to UAW loss at Mercedes
Gov. Kay Ivey and business leaders celebrated the outcome.
May 20, 2024