Unions are a key factor in many industries in New York and few have stronger unions than construction workers. Since these workers are generally well-represented, it is not unusual for developers to try and find ways to defray costs from paying union members what...
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Month: April 2018
New York prepares for potential changes to U.S. labor law
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Apr 20, 2018 | Union Representation
Unions are an essential part of helping New York workers be treated fairly in a many ways. While employers and unions are often adversarial, it is in the best interests of both sides to find common ground. For union representation and union members, it is also...
Construction trades get tough with developers
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Apr 19, 2018 |
You don’t have to look hard in the city to see that development is booming. That is especially true for multi-million dollar luxury high rises in Manhattan. But more and more, skilled trades are being squeezed out by unqualified non-union workers.The battle has...
Upstate New York nurses seek to form labor union
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Apr 13, 2018 | Union Representation
In New York, unions are relatively prominent because workers in so many industries rely on them to get their deserved wages and benefits. An understated aspect of unions is when workers would like to form one at their workplace and there are a variety of strategies...
Understanding who can get continuing coverage via COBRA
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Apr 6, 2018 | Employee Benefits
For New York union members who are facing the prospect of needing to get healthcare in the interim when there will be an interruption should know about the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). COBRA can be an essential benefit. However, many people...
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