Labor rights

Unifor welcomes proactive pay equity to reduce gender wage gap

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Tuesday, October 30, 2018

OTTAWA, Oct. 30, 2018 /CNW/ - Unifor welcomes the federal government's launch of proactive pay equity legislation to close the gender wage gap in federally regulated sectors.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 30, 2018 /CNW/ - Unifor welcomes the federal government's launch of proactive pay equity legislation to close the gender wage gap in federally regulated sectors.
  • Members have been fighting for pay equity in our communities, at annual Equal Pay Day activities and at bargaining tables across the country.
  • Unifor also applauds the Gender Budgeting Act, which seeks to incorporate a gender and diversity lens when allocating and analyzing budgets.
  • Similarly, the establishment of the Department of Women and Gender Equality (WAGE), in place of the current Status of Women may also further equity goals.

Labor Commissioner Secures Unpaid Wages for 15 Workers After $450,000 Settlement with Residential Care Business

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Monday, September 17, 2018

SANTA ROSA, Calif., Sept. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Labor Commissioner Julie A. Su has secured a settlement to recover more than $450,000 in wages, penalties and interest for 15 residential care workers who suffered overtime and other wage theft violations.

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  • SANTA ROSA, Calif., Sept. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Labor Commissioner Julie A. Su has secured a settlement to recover more than $450,000 in wages, penalties and interest for 15 residential care workers who suffered overtime and other wage theft violations.
  • The Labor Commissioner's Office opened an investigation in December 2015 after workers at L'Chaim House's two locations reported labor law violations.
  • The 15 workers will receive settlement payments ranging from $49 to $77,807, with an average payout of $25,008 each.
  • The campaign defines wage theft and informs workers of their rights and the resources available to them to recover unpaid wages or report other labor law violations.

Fulfilling Holiday Cheer: Radial Fulfillment Center in Will County, Illinois, Bringing on 150 Workers to Support Retail's Busiest Time of Year

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Monday, September 17, 2018

With demand for fulfillment talent growing increasingly competitive, Radial differentiates itself through its commitment to a positive work environment.

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  • With demand for fulfillment talent growing increasingly competitive, Radial differentiates itself through its commitment to a positive work environment.
  • Seasonal workers enjoy the benefits of competitive hourly wages, a fun and fast-paced team environment, flexible work schedules, overtime and holiday pay, employee discounts, and a referral bonus program.
  • The fulfillment center in Romeoville also provides holiday meals and fun events, giving workers a chance to unwind while at work.
  • Workers will source orders and send them to their final destinations faster using Radial's technology, fulfillment and transportation solutions.

Fulfilling Holiday Cheer: Radial Fulfillment Center in Groveport, Ohio, Bringing on 768 Workers to Support Retail's Busiest Time of Year

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Tuesday, September 4, 2018

With demand for fulfillment talent growing increasingly competitive, Radial differentiates itself through its commitment to a positive work environment.

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  • With demand for fulfillment talent growing increasingly competitive, Radial differentiates itself through its commitment to a positive work environment.
  • Seasonal workers enjoy the benefits of competitive hourly wages, a fun and fast-paced team environment, flexible work schedules, overtime and holiday pay, employee discounts, and a referral bonus program.
  • The fulfillment center in Groveport also provides holiday meals and fun events, giving workers a chance to unwind while at work.
  • Workers will source orders and send them to their final destinations faster using Radial's technology, fulfillment and transportation solutions.

Toni Jaramilla Named Among Top 75 Employment Law Attorneys

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Tuesday, August 14, 2018

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal recently named renowned civil and workers' rights attorney and #MeToo advocate Toni Jaramilla as one of the Top 75 Labor & Employment Lawyers for 2018.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal recently named renowned civil and workers' rights attorney and #MeToo advocate Toni Jaramilla as one of the Top 75 Labor & Employment Lawyers for 2018.
  • So to also make a Top 75 Labor & Employment Lawyers list, I'm sure my parents are beaming with pride from heaven," said Jaramilla.
  • Toni Jaramilla is committed to achieving the best possible results for employees who have experienced problems in the workplace.
  • Through zealous and ethical advocacy, lawyers at the firm have built a reputation for excellence in the practice of employment and labor law.