History of the Labor Movement: The Battle of Blair Mountain

History of the Labor Movement: The Battle of Blair Mountain

In all of our country’s history, no single labor strike has engulfed more lives than the Battle of Blair Mountain: the largest labor skirmish ever in the US and one of the bloodiest battles fought on American soil since the Civil War. It began in 1921, as tensions...
Labor and Employment 2017: A Recap and a Look Forward

Labor and Employment 2017: A Recap and a Look Forward

Despite shifting political winds in Washington, several long-anticipated labor reforms have begun to take effect this year. However, many of these policies will face intense scrutiny from the new administration, which may lead to delayed rollouts or complete...
Mediation Solutions

Mediation Solutions

Last month, North Carolina became the first state to openly declare a ban against anti-discrimination policies against transgender individuals. The whirlwind bill was signed into action by North Carolina’s governor, Pat McCrory, a Republican, late Wednesday (4/22)...
Understanding the Employee Rights Act

Understanding the Employee Rights Act

Unions exist to regulate fair labor practices. But what happens when the union leadership is left unchecked? Over the past decade, unionized employees have reported coercive tactics and unfair voting regulations initiated by the union leadership. Currently, there are...