Collective bargaining

Ida Byrd-Hill to Lead Discussion on HR Strategies Amidst Employee Activism at SHRM Talent Management Conference

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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As HR professionals grapple with the challenges posed by the current wave of employee activism, Byrd-Hill's session offers an in-depth exploration of the effective management of collective bargaining and employee dissatisfaction.

Key Points: 
  • As HR professionals grapple with the challenges posed by the current wave of employee activism, Byrd-Hill's session offers an in-depth exploration of the effective management of collective bargaining and employee dissatisfaction.
  • The talk is timely, set against the backdrop of the Great Resignation, the Quiet Quitting trend, and a marked rise in unionization efforts.
  • Strategies for crafting a robust crisis management plan specifically designed to navigate the complexities of labor disputes.
  • The SHRM Talent Management Conference is the must-attend event for HR professionals seeking to advance their careers and strategies amidst the evolving landscape of employee relations.

Former Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Labor Affairs, Josh Kagan, Joins Kelley Drye & Warren's International Trade Practice

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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Josh joins the firm from the Office of the United States Trade Representative's (USTR) Office of Labor Affairs, where he served as Assistant USTR for Labor Affairs.

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  • Josh joins the firm from the Office of the United States Trade Representative's (USTR) Office of Labor Affairs, where he served as Assistant USTR for Labor Affairs.
  • Josh is a widely recognized expert in international trade and labor policy and has spent his career advocating for U.S. labor priorities," said John Herrmann, Chair of Kelley Drye's International Trade practice.
  • The firm has been working at the intersection of international trade and labor for over 20 years, and has a market leading forced labor trade enforcement practice.
  • Kelley Drye's Forced Labor Trade Enforcement team aims to provide clients with the best advice and the best service to manage forced labor trade enforcement needs.

Anheuser-Busch Reaches Tentative Agreement With The International Brotherhood Of Teamsters

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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ST. LOUIS, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Anheuser-Busch reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which represents A-B employees at our 12 major breweries across the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • ST. LOUIS, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Anheuser-Busch reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which represents A-B employees at our 12 major breweries across the U.S.
  • This tentative agreement builds even further upon our existing industry-leading package of wages, healthcare, and retirement benefits, and it includes significant commitments to job security.
  • For more than 165 years, Anheuser-Busch has carried on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations.
  • This is made possible by the 65,000 dedicated men and women from across our network who bring our business to life every day.

Michael J. Franzia Elected Chairman of the Board of Bronco Wine Co.

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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CERES, Calif., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael J. Franzia, a second-generation family member, was just elected Chairman of the Board of Bronco Wine Co. Michael worked for Bronco Wine Co. for nearly 30 years and has served on the board since 2016, most recently as Vice-Chairman.

Key Points: 
  • CERES, Calif., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael J. Franzia, a second-generation family member, was just elected Chairman of the Board of Bronco Wine Co. Michael worked for Bronco Wine Co. for nearly 30 years and has served on the board since 2016, most recently as Vice-Chairman.
  • Michael J. Franzia has been elected to Chairman of the Board of Bronco Wine Co.
    Bronco Wine Co. turned 50 on December 27th and is celebrating the milestone anniversary all year.
  • With its 50th anniversary it joined a rare group of wine businesses that have been continuously family-owned for 50 years.
  • The appointment of Michael to the role of Board Chair is a key piece of that plan.

A forward-looking tracker of negotiated wages in the euro area

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Saturday, February 10, 2024
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    Starbucks Reports Q1 Fiscal 2024 Results

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    Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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    Operating income decreased to $209.7 million in Q1 FY24 compared to $226.3 million in Q1 FY23.

    Key Points: 
    • Operating income decreased to $209.7 million in Q1 FY24 compared to $226.3 million in Q1 FY23.
    • The company will discuss fiscal year 2024 financial targets during its Q1 FY24 earnings conference call starting today at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
    • As part of the long-term commitment to elevate the coffee experience in India, Tata Starbucks will also open its second Starbucks Reserve® store this year.
    • The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.57 per share, payable on February 23, 2024, to shareholders of record on February 9, 2024.

    First-ever global treaty on ending violence and harassment at work comes into force in Canada

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    Tuesday, January 30, 2024
    Conference, Violence, Legislation, Collective bargaining, Convention, Workplace harassment, International Labour Organization, Government, Work, United, Employment, ILO, United Nations, Workplace violence, Workplace, Canada Labour Code, Woman, Nursing

    C190 is the first-ever global treaty on ending violence and harassment at work.

    Key Points: 
    • C190 is the first-ever global treaty on ending violence and harassment at work.
    • Governments that ratify C190 are required to implement laws, policies and collective bargaining agreements that prohibit, prevent and address violence and harassment at work.
    • At home, the Government is taking action to implement its workplace violence and harassment framework under the Canada Labour Code and Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations, which came into force in January 2021.
    • In 2021, the Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations and legislation ( Bill C–65 ) came into force.

    Norton Rose Fulbright adds two partners to head Chicago litigation and disputes practice

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    Thursday, January 18, 2024
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    Chicago, IL, Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that nationally recognized litigators Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere have joined its Chicago office as partners.

    Key Points: 
    • Chicago, IL, Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that nationally recognized litigators Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere have joined its Chicago office as partners.
    • They will serve as the Chicago office’s Co-Heads of Litigation and Disputes, focusing on product liability and consumer disputes as well as environmental and mass tort litigation.
    • Norton Rose Fulbright is a recognized leader in this space, so joining the firm was a no-brainer for me.
    • Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions.

    Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants Approve Strike Authorization with 98% Yes Vote

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    Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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    Southwest Airlines flight attendants have endured more than five years without a new Collective Bargaining Agreement with Southwest Airlines, and they have had enough.

    Key Points: 
    • Southwest Airlines flight attendants have endured more than five years without a new Collective Bargaining Agreement with Southwest Airlines, and they have had enough.
    • Today, TWU Local 556, the union of Southwest Airlines flight attendants, announced results of members’ strike authorization vote.
    • This is the first time in the union’s history that flight attendants have taken a vote to authorize a strike against Southwest Airlines, and the results were resounding.
    • If TWU Local 556 and Southwest Airlines cannot reach an agreement in federal mediation, the union could request to be released into a thirty-day cooling-off period, after which 21,000+ Southwest Airlines flight attendants would be free to strike the largest domestic carrier.

    Professional Soccer Referees Vote to Authorize Strike

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    Monday, January 22, 2024
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    Members of the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) are bargaining for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement with their employer, the Professional Referee Organization (PRO), which has thus far refused to appropriately recognize the immense contributions of officials to Major League Soccer (MLS) and the sport in general.

    Key Points: 
    • Members of the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) are bargaining for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement with their employer, the Professional Referee Organization (PRO), which has thus far refused to appropriately recognize the immense contributions of officials to Major League Soccer (MLS) and the sport in general.
    • In a resounding display of solidarity, PSRA members voted to authorize their union to call a strike if necessary, with 100 percent of participating officials voting ‘yes’ to authorize a strike based on alleged unfair labor practices by certain PRO managers – a move that could have implications for the upcoming MLS season.
    • PSRA comprises approximately 250 members, who are employed by PRO, the organization responsible for servicing MLS and other professional soccer leagues in the United States.
    • This agreement expired on January 15, 2024, and was extended, by Member vote, to January 31, 2024.