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The Deadly Effects of Right to Work
It’s well documented that right-to-work laws lower pay and benefits. What they also do, according to a new study, is increase the chance of dying on the job.
NLRB Moves to Undo Joint Employer Standard
The Republican-dominated National Labor Relations Board took a big step backward on Sept. 13 when it announced it was proposing a new rule on its joint employer standard, a decision that could...
If You Work in a Dangerous Job, You Should Fear Kavanaugh
When a vibrant 40-year-old animal trainer was killed by a whale at SeaWorld in 2010, the government’s safety agency, an administrative law judge, and a panel of appellate judges all agreed that...
Trump Changes Law to Allow Use of Russian Asbestos
Every year tens of thousands of American’s die from asbestos related diseases. The asbestos was used in building materials for decades before it was banned in most countries for causing...
Trump Permitting Workplace Accident Coverups
Late Friday, Trump continued his war against regulations at the Labor Department and OSHA. This time, he made it easier for big companies to hide accidents and injuries that happen on the job.
Beating the Heat While on the Job
It's that time of year again. The days get longer. The sun rides higher in the sky. And heat-related illnesses start claiming lives and sending working people to hospitals at alarming rates....
Body Cams for Safety
After one of their members was assaulted on the Q train, TWU Local 100 is calling on the MTA to provide body cameras to keep their members safe. Read more from AMNY.
Teamsters Demand Safe Schools in the City of Brotherly Love
Public school and elected officials joined with Teamster school administrators today to address the growing scourge of schoolhouse violence in Philadelphia, most recently in an assault on a...
Gun Control: A Step in the Right Direction
As gun violence in schools continues to kill dozens of students and teachers, New York is taking action. Find out more from Newsday.
How Training Saves Lives
The training that our members receive is second to none. Thanks to the IBEW our labor is in high demand throughout the country. Not only do our programs teach important...