May Day: The Radical Origins and Ongoing Fight for Workers’ Rights

May Day: The Radical Origins and Ongoing Fight for Workers’ Rights

By Chris Tobias  May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day, is a pivotal occasion that is more than just a celebration of spring—it’s a day of reflection, solidarity, and action for workers worldwide. Although this day has evolved into a symbol of celebration and protest, it began with a fight for something fundamental that […]

The Domestic Workers Bill of Rights in New York State: Protecting a Vital Workforce

The Domestic Workers Bill of Rights in New York State: Protecting a Vital Workforce

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Domestic Workers Bill of Rights is a groundbreaking piece of legislation in New York State that extends critical protections to domestic workers—nannies, housekeepers, caregivers, and other individuals who perform essential household tasks. Historically, domestic workers were excluded from many labor laws, leaving them vulnerable to low wages, long hours, and […]

Attorney General James and New Jersey Attorney General Platkin Stop No-Poach Agreements at Top Building Services Company

Attorney General James and New Jersey Attorney General Platkin Stop No-Poach Agreements at Top Building Services Company

Guardian Will End No-Poach Agreements That Suppress Wages and Limit Competition | Editorial credit: Ben Von Klemperer / shutterstock.com NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James and New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin today announced a settlement with Guardian Service Industries, Inc. (Guardian) for using illegal no-poach agreements that can lower employees’ wages, reduce competition, […]