During most of the nineteenth century, child labor was extensively utilized. With the onslaught of the Industrial Revolution, use of children in factories exploded. Children were able to operate machinery that did not require strength or skills. They were used to do...
For most Americans today, Labor Day signifies the unofficial end to the summer season, the start of a new school year, and a day off from work to squeeze in that last beach day barbecue. But to the labor movement in the late 19th century, this was a crucial day that...
Stephen Koppekin has specialized in resolving and negotiating employment issues for over forty years, using his vast knowledge of comparative economics, law, and dispute resolution to support him. Stephen enjoys writing about the latest labor topics on his websites....
The history of labor in the United States has had many different highlights, particularly during the Industrial Revolution. The way people handled labor and their particular craft changed drastically, especially among urban areas. In cities, the number of less-skilled...
Stephen Koppekin is the founder and CEO of Koppekin Consulting, Inc. An experienced former executive who spent decades overseeing industrial relations and workplace safety for major businesses in the entertainment industry, Stephen started his own independent consulting business shortly after retiring. He uses 43 years of experience in labor and employment, during which time he worked at two major entertainment corporations and in government agency National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), to support a diverse client set.
