Amazon Delivery Drivers Unionization in Palmdale, California

National Labor Relations Board determines that Amazon is a joint employer of subcontracted delivery drivers in Palmdale, California, leading to improved pay and working conditions after a yearlong fight. Teamsters union celebrates the decision.

Staff Turnover at The Daily Beast Due to Buyouts

The Daily Beast is experiencing significant staff turnover due to voluntary buyouts, with nearly 70% of unionized staffers leaving. The outlet is also expecting further layoffs among non-union editorial staff. The Daily Beast Union negotiated the buyouts and a collective bargaining agreement with management.

Unionization of Auto Workers in the South

Auto workers in the South are successfully unionizing with the help of United Auto Workers chief Shawn Fain's connection with workers and willingness to fight.

Volkswagen Unionization Vote in Chattanooga, Tenn.

Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tenn. are voting on whether to unionize with the United Auto Workers in what could be a historic election.

Unionization and Labor Laws in the United States

Senate Republicans seek to reinstate secret ballots for unionization in the US, as auto workers at Volkswagen’s Chatanooga plant vote whether to join UAW. Legislation aims to require NLRB to impose secret ballots whenever a union seeks to represent a workplace.

Georgia Lawmakers Pass Bill Restricting Unionization at Companies Receiving State Incentives

Georgia lawmakers pass bill making it harder for workers at companies receiving state incentives to unionize, potentially violating federal law. The bill requires formal secret-ballot elections for union recognition, blocking unions from gaining recognition through card checks.

Dartmouth College Men’s Basketball Team Unionization

The Dartmouth College men’s basketball team voted to form a union, a first for college athletes, in an effort to become employees in the college sports industry. Dartmouth warned of potential consequences, such as ejection from the Ivy League or NCAA. The players believe this could lead to changes in college sports.