Labor

Employees Strike Back: Greenwaste Recovery Faces Class Action Over Alleged Labor Violations in California

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Santa Cruz, California — Greenwaste Recovery, LLC is facing allegations of violating California labor laws by failing to provide accurate wages to its employees. A class action lawsuit claims that the company neglected to ensure employees received proper meal and rest breaks, leading to significant issues under state labor regulations. The lawsuit, filed by the employment law firm Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP, is currently pending in the Santa Cruz County Superior Court under Case No. 25CV02670. Allegations against the company include the failure to pay minimum and overtime wages, the provision of legally … Read more

San Miguel County Resident Leads Class Action Against Telluride Ski and Golf for Alleged Wage Theft and Labor Violations

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Telluride, Colorado – A resident of San Miguel County has initiated a class action lawsuit against Telluride Ski and Golf (TSG), alleging violations of labor laws and wage theft. The lawsuit, filed on Wednesday in San Miguel County District Court, claims that TSG, which operates The Peaks Resort and Spa, has failed to comply with pertinent wage regulations. The primary plaintiff, Ruth Rivas, has been a Telluride resident since 2021 and worked at The Peaks as a housekeeper from June 2021 until January 2023. In her complaint, Rivas states that she often worked 15-hour shifts … Read more

Tehama County Supervisors Tackle Labor Talks, Grand Jury Findings, and Key Water Project Updates in Latest Meeting

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Red Bluff, California – During a scheduled meeting of the Tehama County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, officials will address several key topics affecting the community. Among the primary agenda items is a discussion focused on appointing a negotiator for particular labor negotiations that are expected to be underway soon. Also on the agenda is a comprehensive presentation by Air Pollution Control Officer Joseph Tona regarding the Sites Reservoir Project. This initiative has been designed to tackle water storage issues in the region, which have become increasingly critical due to the ongoing challenges posed by … Read more

Texas Unveils Landmark Legislation on Labor Day: New Laws Address Education, Public Safety, and Transportation

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SAN ANTONIO — While Labor Day is a time for relaxation for many Texans, a series of new laws passed by the Texas Legislature are taking effect today, signaling changes across various sectors of everyday life. Among the new legislation are critical public safety measures, particularly focused on combatting human trafficking and enhancing protections for victims of violent and sexual crimes. A significant piece of legislation, known as Senate Bill 835 or “Trey’s Law,” disallows nondisclosure agreements in cases related to sexual assault and human trafficking, aiming to increase transparency and support for victims. In … Read more