Stellantis Announces Layoffs as Ram 1500 Classic Production Ends

One of the world’s largest automakers has announced plans to wind down production of a popular truck model, resulting in major layoffs at one Detroit company.  Stellantis Layoffs Thousands of workers at a manufacturing plant in Michigan could be laid off in the coming months, as European automotive manufacturer Stellantis plans to bring the production … Read more

911 Disruptions, Dropped Calls, and a Silent AT&T Spark Trust Crisis

AT&T customers have experienced their second major outage this year, adding to the list of issues that could drive users away from the telecommunications company. Major Outage Image Credit: Shutterstock / Mangostar One of the world’s largest telecommunications companies, AT&T, experienced widespread outages once again which continued for several hours. AT&T and Verizon Image Credit: … Read more

Boeing CEO’s $33 Million Golden Handshake, Following Mounting Safety Issues

A staggering and historic end-of-year pay package has been granted to Boeing’s CEO, in the wake of a very difficult first quarter for the aircraft manufacturer.  Boeing’s Largest Payout Shareholders of Boeing approved a $33 million pay package for departing CO Dave Calhoun, marking the largest payout ever given to a Boeing CEO in its … Read more

‘Whites Only’ Job Ad Sparks Civil Lawsuit Against Virginia Firm

One viral job post advertising for “white” candidates only has led to a civil lawsuit against the company that posted it. Tech Company vs. DOJ A tech company based in Virginia is facing civil penalties via the US Justice Department, after circulating a job post that called for only “white” candidates. A Controversial Job Post … Read more

Amazon Faces Legal Heat Over Worker Rights in California

The world’s biggest e-commerce company landed in hot water after a recent investigation of two Amazon warehouses in California. Million-Dollar Fine Image Credit: Shutterstock / Prilutskiy Amazon was fined $5.9 million due to alleged labor law violations at two warehouses in California, according to a statement from the state’s Labor Commissioner’s Office. Two Amazon Warehouses … Read more

Priced Out: Rising Fast Food Costs Push Shoppers to Walmart

As more customers turn away from fast-food restaurants, Walmart’s grocery line is reaping the benefits.  Major Problem for Fast Food Giants America’s biggest fast food empire – particularly the jewel in the crown that is McDonald’s – is facing a major contender in the food department, as more and more shoppers seek affordable groceries at … Read more

NCAA’s $2.7 Billion Settlement: A New Era for College Sports?

The NCAA is on the cusp of settling a historic lawsuit that could signal a large payday for thousands of student athletes. Potential Billion Dollar Settlement Student-athletes across the US could be looking at hefty payouts from the National Collegiate Athletics Association, after the association moved to settle three antitrust lawsuits. NCAA and the ‘Power … Read more

No More Slackers: Wells Fargo’s New War on Lazy Workers

As more workplaces begin monitoring their workers, some employees are using modern strategies to “fake work” when their bosses can’t see them – including more than a dozen Wells Fargo workers. A Dozen People Fired Multinational banking and investment firm Wells Fargo fired over a dozen employees last month, following internal investigations that found some … Read more