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R&CPMK Sues Former Executives for Alleged Client Poaching to Launch Rival Firm

2 hours ago

R&CPMK sued ex-CEO Mark Owens for client poaching in NY and CA.
- Owens allegedly led ex-employees to 2PM Sharp, sparking lawsuits.
- Departing staff at R&CPMK accessed confidential files before exit.
- Company fears losing significant revenue due to client terminations.
- R&CPMK seeks damages and a ban on 2PM Sharp soliciting clients.
- Reputation and employee morale are key concerns for R&CPMK.
- Owens hasn't commented on the legal proceedings against him.

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Office Return Mandates: Employee Flexibility or Talent Exodus?

9 hours ago

Amazon enforces five-day office work in Boston starting January.
- Boston sees more firms like Salesforce and Dell increasing office days.
- Some companies, like Akamai, prefer flexible hybrid work models.
- Office occupancy in Boston rises, impacting downtown foot traffic.
- Talent exodus predicted due to strict office attendance policies.
- Long commutes and rigid schedules risk losing key talent.
- Flexible work environments becoming crucial for future trends.

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Stellantis to Close Luton Van Factory, Risking 1,100 Jobs Amid Economic Woes

1 day ago

Stellantis to close Luton plant, affecting 1,100 jobs; move operations to Ellesmere Port.
- Luton's 120-year automotive legacy ends; signaling shifts in UK auto industry.
- CEO Tavares cites UK EV target dissatisfaction as a closure factor.
- Luton plant workers faced unexpected closure news via text messages.
- Criticism of UK government's delayed EV policy review linked to job losses.
- Low private EV purchases reveal gap between UK targets and actual demand.
- Calls for increased government incentives to boost private EV ownership.

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Disney Settles Pay Equity Lawsuit for $43M, Aims for Better Gender Parity

2 days ago

Disney settles for $43.25M over gender pay disparity, affecting 14,000 women employees.
- The lawsuit claims Disney paid women less than men with similar experience since 2019.
- Settlement involves non-union, salaried women in California from various Disney sectors.
- Disney is accused of breaching California's Equal Pay Act, strengthened in 2016.
- Court approval for the settlement is anticipated in January 2025, with compensation forthcoming.
- Pay equity consultants to monitor Disney's practices; studies will extend over 3 years.
- Plaintiffs LaRonda Rasmussen and Karen Moore prompted the lawsuit against Disney.

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Top Black Friday Deals: Cozy Earth, Philips Hue, and More Save Up to 80%

3 days ago

Amazon workers plan strikes in 20+ countries during Black Friday for better pay and conditions.
- Make Amazon Pay campaign demands labor rights, climate action, supported by global unions.
- Global protests urge Amazon to respect unions and fulfill climate commitments.
- Strikes organized in Germany, New Delhi, involve thousands demanding improved worker rights.
- Amazon claims commitment to competitive pay, safe workplaces amid ongoing protests.
- Make Amazon Pay initiative marks five years, expanding from Europe to global actions.
- Push against Amazon mirrors broader fight against corporate power, income inequality.

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Charlotte Airport Workers Strike for Higher Wages Amid Busy Travel Week

2 days ago

Charlotte airport workers strike for higher wages during Thanksgiving rush.
- Protest began November 22, 2024, led by Service Employees International Union.
- Workers earn $12.50-$19/hour, not enough to cover basic living costs.
- Strikers demand better pay and respect for improved living standards.
- Despite the strike, Charlotte Airport reports record passenger travel unaffected.
- ABM pledges to reduce disruptions, acknowledging workers' role at the airport.
- Strike highlights low wages issue amid busiest holiday travel period.

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Aussie Recruiter on WFH: The Decline and What You Need to Know

3 days ago

WFH trend is declining in Australia, says recruiter.
- Remote work misuse leads to employer skepticism.
- Start a business, aspiring remote workers advised.
- Social media divided over work-from-home policies.
- Companies require office return for better oversight.
- Remote work benefits single parents and disabled.
- Office return pressures may come from developers.

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Receptionist Wins Racism Case Against Chelsy Davy's Husband's Hotel

3 days ago

Georgia Sylvester wins racism tribunal against Norfolk hotel.
- Employment tribunal confirms Sylvester faced race harassment.
- Hotel staff dismissed racial slurs reported by Sylvester.
- Tribunal finds hotel's racism investigation was a 'sham'.
- Sam Cutmore-Scott's mental stability claims found untrue.
- Sylvester denied promotion amid persistent racism.
- Incident sheds light on workplace discrimination issues.

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White-Collar Recession Hits Tech Jobs Hardest Amid Hiring Slump

3 days ago

Tech jobs face a deep hiring slump, hardest hit in hiring freezes.
- Engineer hiring in Silicon Valley drops 26%, once recession-proof.
- AI boosts efficiency, reducing urgent needs for tech hiring.
- Post-pandemic over-hiring causes hiring cutbacks in tech firms.
- Job seekers wait as application processes average 66 days.
- Tech turnover dips below 20%, candidates prefer stability.
- Tech job postings recover slowly, offering hope for recovery.

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Columbus Faces Business License Backlog Amid Staffing Shortages

5 days ago

Columbus handles 18,000 unpaid business licenses due to staff shortage.
- Council meeting reveals backlog from 2017-2023 with 25,000 licenses uncollected.
- District 5 calls for accurate revenue data to improve financial clarity.
- Acuitas Inc. struggles to predict revenue without collecting overdue licenses.
- District 4 suggests outsourcing tasks to manage workload effectively.
- Backlog from staffing shortages since December 2023 affects progress.
- Council aims to renew alcoholic business licenses by year-end.

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