Sep 5: Criminal Record Expungement Clinic in Washington, DC

Sep 5: Criminal Record Expungement Clinic in Washington, DC

Join us for a free clinic on expungement, the legal process of removing a criminal record, including arrests and convictions, from the public record. Expungement provides the opportunity for individuals with a criminal record to receive a meaningful second chance....
New Maryland Heat Safety Standard Protects Workers

New Maryland Heat Safety Standard Protects Workers

To protect workers from heat-related illness, the state of Maryland has implemented a new Heat Safety Standard that requires employers to monitor and protect their employees. The Heat Safety Standard applies to indoor and outdoor workplaces when employees are exposed...
Defending Against Unfair Discipline Using Just Cause

Defending Against Unfair Discipline Using Just Cause

There’s a saying in the labor movement: “With a union, your boss can’t fire you without just cause. But without a union, your boss can fire you just ‘cause.” So what is just cause? Just cause is one of the most important parts of a union contract and marks a major...
35 Things Your Boss CANNOT Do

35 Things Your Boss CANNOT Do

Federal labor law protects you from harassment, intimidation and bullying by your employer. Here are 35 things your boss CANNOT do: 1. Attend any union meeting, park across the street from the hall or engage in any undercover activity which would indicate that the...
Kroger Shop Steward Awarded Back Pay After Unjust Firing

Kroger Shop Steward Awarded Back Pay After Unjust Firing

As the saying goes,“with a union contract, your boss can’t fire you without just cause. But without a union, your boss can fire you just ’cause.” Over 39 hardworking years at Kroger, Judy Cook had a perfect performance record. She received glowing reviews, was...