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Labor attorney Magdalen Bickford breaks down the legalities of union relations with their parent companies, what union-busting really is and more

The moves are the latest in ongoing efforts to pressure public companies to do better on environmental, social and governance issues

The NLRB is seeking the reinstatement of three Starbucks employees after they were allegedly punished for engaging in union activity

Sustainability report offers update on chain’s goals for workforce, food and reducing impact on the planet

Third-party delivery drivers can choose routes and get paid at least once a week under new laws that follow earlier rules

Burger brand invites customers to celebrate front-line teams

Faith-based groups urge boards to pay full minimum wage with tips on top for all restaurant workers

A return to the Joy Silk doctrine would ask employers to voluntarily recognize worker-formed unions and the NLRB also wants to ban captive audience meetings

As restaurants continue to deal with labor shortages and turnover, now is a good time to reflect on what it is that workers like so much about gig platforms.