#NY claims Amazon subjects pregnant workers to harsh conditions

#NY claims Amazon subjects pregnant workers to harsh conditions

“NY claims Amazon subjects pregnant workers to harsh conditions” Amazon’s warehouses are subjecting pregnant women and disabled workers to harsh physical work conditions that have improperly exposed them to injury, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration claimed on Wednesday. The administrative complaint by the New York State Division of Human Rights alleges that Amazon has forced pregnant…

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#Over 80 former Chuck Schumer staffers employed by Big Tech

#Over 80 former Chuck Schumer staffers employed by Big Tech

“Over 80 former Chuck Schumer staffers employed by Big Tech” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s extensive ties to Big Tech firms have raised the specter that the powerful Democrat has put the brakes on much-sought antitrust legislation being pushed by his own party. More than 80 former paid staffers of the longtime New York lawmaker…

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#Letitia James’ worker safety lawsuit vs. Amazon dismissed

#Letitia James’ worker safety lawsuit vs. Amazon dismissed

“Letitia James’ worker safety lawsuit vs. Amazon dismissed” A New York state appeals court on Tuesday dismissed state Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit accusing Amazon of failing to adequately protect thousands of workers at two New York City facilities against COVID-19. The Appellate Division in Manhattan said federal law preempted James’ claims that Amazon violated state labor…

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#Amazon will cover costs for workers who travel for abortions

#Amazon will cover costs for workers who travel for abortions

“Amazon will cover costs for workers who travel for abortions” Amazon will cover up to $4,000 in expenses annually for employees who need to travel to other states to access treatment for non-life-threatening situations including abortion and transgender care, the company told employees on Monday.  The announcement came just hours before a leaked Supreme Court…

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