From Starbucks to Raven Software, newly unionized workers have waited over a year for their first contracts. Nationally, the average wait is growing. A union drive can be “a kind of arduous process,” but it’s …
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When immigrant dairy farm workers get hurt, most can’t rely on workers’ compensation
Wisconsin’s exemption for small farms is one of many federal and state carve-outs that have historically left farm workers — and dairy workers in particular — with fewer rights and protections than others. “Workers’ compensation …
As Madison’s Latino community expands, so does Centro Hispano’s role
The Madison-based nonprofit has been a vital resource for the Latino community, helping people with job training, legal matters and education for children. The organization is often the first stop for Latino folks arriving in …
Act 10 took their rights away. They’re fighting to get them back.
Multiple unions across Wisconsin launched a lawsuit attempting to end the state’s near-total ban on collective bargaining. Professor Michael Childers says. “…unions were looking at this case with a fresh perspective, referencing a 2021 Missouri …
An Ohio man was laid off shortly after moving to Wisconsin. How to protect yourself in an at-will state
An Ohio resident who moved to Milwaukee for a new job was laid off nine days later. An employment expert, Associate Professor Alexia Kulwiec, give Public Investigator some advice on protecting yourself. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel …
Capital City Sunday: Rise in worker unrest
Hundreds of thousands of workers have gone on strike this year. That includes TruStage workers in Madison and Leinenkugel employees in Chippewa Falls. UW-Madison labor expert Michael Childers said that since the COVID-19 pandemic, worker perception has changed. …
Dane County approves $8 million for housing for immigrant dairy workers. Sheriff’s office will try to close language gaps.
County officials in Wisconsin approved reforms this week meant to respond to a ProPublica report on the flawed investigation into the 2019 death of a Nicaraguan boy on a dairy farm….It’s unknown how many provide …
Pharmacy frustrations: Demands for more staff, better training grow louder
If you’ve been frustrated by long lines at the pharmacy, you are not alone. Pharmacists themselves are getting frustrated to the point of walking out across the country, and it’s being called “Pharmageddon.” Dr. Michael …
Wisconsin labor leaders say federal rule changes could help reverse declines in union membership
State labor leaders are hopeful that recent changes by the National Labor Relations Board make it easier for Wisconsinites to unionize, especially in the service industry. Dr. Michael Childers speaks with Wisconsin Public Radio about …
UAW workers now part of a string of strikes; how is it affecting the economy?
The United Auto Workers strike is the latest in a string of strikes by labor unions nationwide this summer. TMJ4 speaks with Professor Michael Childers about the strike. TMJ4 | UAW workers now part of …