Workers Rights

Fund for the Public Interest managers tell a judge that firing David Neal was business as usual.

NLRB is trying to defend workers protected speech online

The launch culminates a years-long campaign by immigrant drivers against exploitation.

How a labor and community alliance improved life for over 250,000 workers

Union leaders say it could get tricky in a high-wage, short-term industry like construction

Union supporter was fired illegally.

Why PIRG call center workers wanted to unionize

Proposal would end “shadow economy” of illegal and exploited workers

In four hours of public comment, sentiment runs 3 to 1 in favor of a sick leave ordinance

Commissioner Fritz takes lead on workers rights advance that would impact 2 in 5 Portland workers.

With flu season in full swing, the issue couldn't be timelier.

Workers can’t be denied union grievance rights just because they’re pursuing outside legal action.

The world’s largest retailer saw protests of its low wages and benefits.

A manager also threatens to close Portland call center as workers walk out in protest

Soon, residents and visitors will be able to take a taxi driven by a union member

If passed, Portland would join Seattle and San Francisco in a major advance for workers rights.

Staff are recommending approval of a worker-owned taxi co-op, and sweeping reform of taxi rules.

For now, the law that led to last year's state capitol occupation is kaput.

Back pay and civil penalties total $240,000 for violating the rights of 1,100 workers.

With the failure of the Employee Free Choice Act, American Rights at Work needed new direction.