The War on Gaza Is a Labor Issue
February 19, 2024
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Workers in the U.S. can’t look away from Israel’s assault on Gaza—our labor is helping fuel the war machine.
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Combating Labor Trafficking At Home and Around the World
February 14, 2024
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The Department of Labor always works to combat labor exploitation and human trafficking. January was Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
Protecting Workers’ Rights at the Super Bowl
February 12, 2024
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Amidst the hype and anticipation, it’s the often-overlooked workers who prove indispensable in making the Super Bowl possible.
New York 2023 Employment Law Recap: What’s Ahead in 2024
February 7, 2024
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While 2023 was a busy year for workers as the year of the strike, it appears New York State and New York City legislatures also had their schedules full, as they introduced an array of employment laws and updates. Read on to learn about the most notable changes. New York
What Workers Who Face Layoffs Should Know if Offered a Buyout
February 5, 2024
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Layoffs from major companies to start the year have impacted thousands of workers. Here’s what to know if you’re offered a buyout.
The Chicago Teachers Union Call for Cease-Fire is About Protecting Students
January 31, 2024
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Why the Chicago Teachers Union call for a cease-fire and how they see themselves as part of a larger labor movement for peace and justice.
7 Wage Theft Signs U.S. Employees Must Document Today
September 19, 2026
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Spot seven common wage-theft signs U.S. workers face and learn exactly what to record. Audit your pay, save evidence offsite, and prepare DOL or state…
Protect Your Pay: 5 Steps to Reclaim Remote Work Expenses (U.S.)
September 18, 2026
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Practical U.S. guide to stop losing take-home pay. Learn the federal floor vs state rules, accountable-plan vs stipend tax effects, and five steps to get…
U.S.: Nonunion Pay Is 85% of Union Pay, What to Check Before You Sign
September 13, 2026
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BLS shows nonunion median pay is about 85% of union pay in the U.S. Learn which pay, pension, dues, and job-security terms to compare before you sign a…
2026 U.S. Bereavement Leave Laws: State by State Rules and Checklists
September 12, 2026
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2026 U.S. bereavement leave laws: which six states require leave, why Illinois stands out, and concise state-by-state rules with employer and worker…
Stop Losing Pay: DOL Rules on Travel Time Pay for U.S. Workers, 2026
September 10, 2026
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Learn when DOL counts travel time pay, how state rules can add protections, and what steps U.S. workers can take to claim unpaid travel wages.
U.S. Employees Need Proof to Recover Pay for Off the Clock Work
September 9, 2026
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A U.S.-focused legal explainer with DOL rules and a worker-ready evidence checklist to document unpaid hours and recover back wages.