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August 09, 2010 |
Misclassification of employees as independent contractors costs us all: federal and state governments, businesses, workers, and taxpayers. Our laws grant workers vital workplace benefits and protections, as long as the worker is a direct employee of the employer. Consequently, workers who are independent contractors in name only are cheated out of important benefits and legal protections.
Furthermore, government and academic studies estimate that the federal government loses at least $3-4 billon annually due to misclassification, and billions more due to off-the-books cash payments. State studies indicate that that figure could be much higher. At a time when the federal and state governments are facing such difficult budget choices and making cuts to programs that Americans depend upon, there is no excuse for allowing so many businesses to cheat the system.
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May 06, 2010 |
Strong partnerships with workers and unions help companies stay afloat in a tough economy
Employers across the country are finding that strong labor-management
partnerships are helping them stay in business in the midst of this economic
downturn. Together, unions and employers are improving efficiency, lowering
costs, enhancing worker-training programs, developing new energy solutions, and
expanding markets. These four companies are just a few examples of the many ways
labor-management partnerships are leading to innovative and practical solutions
which are good for workers and for the bottom line. » Read more
Flambeau River Papers
Gamesa USA
Gerding Edlen Development, Inc.
Kaiser Permanente
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March 24, 2010 |
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Many businesses understand the value unions bring to their bottom line: increased productivity, improved service, lower turnover, higher sales, job training, and community reinvestment. As lawmakers ponder ways to improve the economy and create jobs, strengthening workers' rights to form unions must be considered as an effective way to invigorate businesses and ready the workforce for the 21st century economy.
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March 24, 2010 |
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It's more important than ever for America's workers to be able to
stand together to protect their jobs and improve their economic
situation. Strengthening workers' rights to form unions is one of the
best steps Congress can take to restore the economy and rebuild the
middle class.
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March 24, 2010 |
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Business leaders from around the country recognize the important role unions can play in restoring balance to our faltering economy. These employers, investors, and academics see unions as a way to achieve long-term economic growth and stability.
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