US EditionNew ‘joint employer’ rule could make it easier for millions to unionize - if it survives challenges
- A new federal rule could require companies like Burger King and Amazon to negotiate with workers alongside their franchisees or independent contractors.
- The rule changes a previous rule that made it easy for joint employers to avoid labor negotiations, but critics argue it undermines independent business owners.
- The rule could make it easier for millions of workers to form unions at big companies, like McDonald's, and improve pay, benefits, and working conditions.
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New rule would make it easier for millions of Americans to unionize, but businesses are pushing back
A new federal rule that goes into effect next month could make it easier for millions of workers to form unions at big companies like McDonald’s. But it’s already facing significant push back from businesses and some members of Congress.Seguir leyendo
New federal rule could allow millions of workers to more easily unionize at big companies
Some business groups have already sued to halt the rule, which is scheduled to go into effect Dec. 26. Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia is also trying to reverse it through legislation. But labor unions say it's needed.
New rule would make it easier for millions of Americans to unionize, but businesses are pushing back
A new federal rule that goes into effect next month could make it easier for millions of workers to form unions at big companies like McDonald’s. But it’s already facing significant pushback from businesses and some members of Congress. The rule — announced late last month by the National Labor Relations Board –- sets new standards for determining when two companies should be considered “joint employers” under the National Labor Relations Act. I…
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