American company denied a pregnant woman the ability to work from home. For the death of her daughter, they will pay a hefty compensation
An American company has been ordered to pay substantial damages after denying a pregnant employee the option to work from home, leading to the tragic death of her daughter.
Scandalous: An employee of a Ukrainian bank detained in Hungary was forcibly injected with a 'truth serum'
A Ukrainian bank employee detained in Hungary reportedly received a forced injection of a substance said to be a 'truth serum', resulting in a severe health crisis.
She refused a breathalyzer test at work, was fired, and the Justice ordered her to be compensated with more than 45 thousand dollars
An Australian company was ordered to compensate a worker with $45,000 after she was fired for refusing to undergo a breathalyzer test at work.
Sykehuset Innlandet must reimburse 190,023 kroner in overtime payment to employee
Sykehuset Innlandet is required to pay back 190,023 kroner in overtime compensation to a healthcare worker after a court ruling upheld her claims.
The Justice Upheld the Dismissal of an Employee Who Called Ikea a Slave Driver and 'Shit' on Social Media
The Superior Court of Justice of Madrid upheld the disciplinary dismissal of an Ikea employee who insulted the company on social media, referring to it as 'shit' and its workers as 'slaves.'
Forced Leave for Office Workers Nearby BTS Concert? Labor Minister Says No
As the BTS concert approaches, some companies near the venue are reportedly forcing employees to take leave, with the Labor Minister stating that such practices are illegal.
Manager sacked for heartless texts to mum whose son was on life support
A service station manager was fired after sending insensitive messages to a mother whose son was on life support, insisting she must choose work over her child's health.
[Exclusive] The ‘Discrimination Report’ filed by a Human Rights Commission Employee on Ahn Chang-ho, was dismissed by the Subcommittee
A proposal for an official investigation into discrimination allegations against Ahn Chang-ho, chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of Korea, was rejected by a subcommittee due to insufficient support.
Toilet Use Recorded During Work Hours: Employee Claims 'It's Painful' and Questions the Boundary of Power Harassment
A male employee in Aichi Prefecture protests the company's requirement to record the duration and nature of his toilet visits during work hours, viewing it as a painful form of workplace harassment.
The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled on whether Caritas could dismiss an employee for leaving the Church
The CJEU ruled on a case regarding Caritas's ability to dismiss an employee who left the Catholic Church, affirming the need to evaluate moral and ideological compliance before termination.
Caritas and Labor Law: When the Church Becomes a Business
The article discusses the expectation for church employees to uphold religious values and the implications of labor rights in the context of employment with religious organizations.
Church Employment Law: Termination After Leaving the Church Was Illegal
The European Court of Justice ruled that a Caritas employee's job termination following her resignation from the Catholic Church was unjustified, highlighting the evolving legal boundaries of church employment law in Germany.
SAK's Eloranta calls for reforms to strike laws from the next government
Jarkko Eloranta, chairman of Finland's trade union confederation SAK, calls for significant reforms to labor laws and improved employee protections from the next government.
Salary Guarantee: The Court of Auditors Considers a Reduction of Rights
The Court of Auditors in France is evaluating the potential reduction of employee rights in response to the increasing financial pressures on the salary guarantee system.
Until when are profits paid?
This article discusses the profit-sharing benefits that workers in Ecuador receive from their employers and the legal framework surrounding it.
Employee of Ben Mendes, pre-candidate for the government of MG, is suspected of insulting store manager
An employee of Ben Mendes, a pre-candidate for the government of Minas Gerais, allegedly insulted a store manager during an incident in Betim.
7 years on the job, 20 minutes late one day... the company showed him the door
An employee was fired after arriving 20 minutes late for the first time in his seven-year tenure, raising questions about the fairness of such a decision.
The anger of those who could telework and are not allowed: 'It would improve my quality of life'
Many employees in Spain feel frustrated as they are unable to telework despite the feasibility of doing so, citing a negative impact on their quality of life.
Did you work on Monday, March 16, and don’t know if you get paid double or triple? This is what the LFT says
March 16 is an official holiday in Mexico for the birth anniversary of Benito Juárez, raising questions about employee compensation for those required to work on this day.
Does the company promise you a family atmosphere? Often it only masks low pay and a reluctance to respect privacy
The article discusses how corporations commonly present a family-like culture that may disguise low wages and disregard for employees' personal lives.
Naples, CGIL sit-in in Garibaldi Square: "Riders enslaved for 3 euros per delivery"
CGIL protests in Naples against the exploitation of 4,000 riders in Campania, demanding fair pay and employee contracts.
Ministry of Labor studies delaying the rule on mental health in companies
The Brazilian Ministry of Labor is considering postponing the implementation of penalties for companies that fail to comply with new mental health regulations for employees.
Supermarket is convicted for calling hearing-impaired employee 'little deaf one'
A supermarket chain in Sorocaba, Brazil, was ordered to pay R$ 21,200 in damages for moral harassment of a hearing-impaired cashier.
Miners prepare adjustments in response to the 40-hour workweek
The mining industry in Mexico is strategizing to adapt to the reduction of the workweek from 48 to 40 hours, mandated by a constitutional reform set to be gradually implemented by 2030.
Former Noma Employees Demand Meeting with Restaurant Management
A group of former Noma employees is calling for a meeting with the restaurant's management to address issues of employee treatment and legal claims.
Stone and union begin negotiations after dismissal of 370 employees
Stone and the Sindpd-SP union started negotiations following the mass dismissal of 370 employees, with legal implications for potential reinstatement.
Landmark ruling by the Supreme Court: Employee dismissal due to retirement is illegal
The Supreme Court of Greece ruled that an employee cannot be dismissed solely due to retirement, affirming the rights of retirees who continue to work.
Employee called 'old lady' by colleague is compensated for suffering moral harassment
A financial assistant in Goiânia was awarded compensation for suffering moral harassment related to her age after being called derogatory names by colleagues.
Former Shogakukan Employee Requested Sexual Acts from Business Partner: Inappropriate Incidents Continued Even After Disciplinary Action
Shogakukan has acknowledged and apologized for inappropriate incidents involving a former employee who solicited sexual acts from a business partner, which continued even after disciplinary action was taken.
Severe penalties for illegal employee outsourcing
The article discusses the implications of new severe penalties for illegal outsourcing of employees in Poland.
An employee does not have to become seriously ill for their employer to be convicted
Legal responsibility in the area of occupational safety rarely stems from the simple fact of an employee's illness, but rather from formal omissions in workplace safety management.
Company is sentenced to pay pension and compensation to worker for work-related illness in RO
A cleaning company was ordered to pay a monthly pension and damages to an employee who developed health issues related to work in Porto Velho.
Employee reports harassment; company in the Manaus Industrial Pole is ordered to pay R$ 10,000
A company in the Manaus Industrial Pole has been ordered to pay R$ 10,000 in damages following a sexual harassment complaint made by a production assistant against the company's deputy director.
Conflict at Fate: the Government fines the company for not paying salaries
The Argentine government has fined tire manufacturer Fate for failing to pay employee salaries during mandatory conciliation talks, while extending the negotiation period to promote dialogue between the company and the labor union.
Kicked and hit dairy cows – employee at Ölandsgård sentenced for gross animal cruelty
An employee at Ölandsgård in Sweden has been convicted of gross animal cruelty after shocking footage revealed him kicking and hitting dairy cows, as well as mistreating calves.
Amid Criticism from Milei to Madanes Quintanilla, the Government Will Sanction FATE for Not Paying Employees' Salaries
The Argentine government plans to sanction FATE for failing to pay employee salaries amidst ongoing labor disputes and criticisms from political figures.
The grocery chain 'Iki' announces its schedule for Easter
The grocery chain 'Iki' has announced its operational hours for Easter, allowing employees to celebrate with family on the first day of Easter.
Whistleblower case against the fisheries director
A whistleblower case has been opened against Frank Bakke-Jensen, the fisheries director of Norway, concerning his leadership style and alleged violations of employee rights.
Julita KaraÅ›-Gasparska: Playing Hide and Seek with the Labor Code in the Background
The article discusses the complex interplay between employees' sick leave and the labor code in Poland, highlighting potential abuses of the system.
Hearing the Coupang Special Prosecutor’s Indictment… The Bucheon District Prosecutor’s Office Leadership Ordered ‘No Charge’ Processing from the Beginning
In the Coupang unpaid severance pay case, the Bucheon District Prosecutor's leadership allegedly directed the chief prosecutor to process the case towards a 'no charge' conclusion right from the start.
Labor Law: Sexual Harassment - How to Proceed When There is a Suspicion?
The article discusses the steps employers should take to investigate suspected sexual harassment in the workplace and the potential consequences for such actions.
Court maintains conviction for homophobia by supermarket that wrote 'gay' in employee file in MG
A Brazilian supermarket is upheld in a court ruling for homophobia after a former employee's file was marked with 'gay,' along with allegations of wage discounts and workplace humiliation.
'I was hit and fired.' Employee did not find support from the labor inspection and intends to sue his former employer
A former employee of AMV Metall's factory, Antonii Koval, claims he was unfairly treated and intends to sue after a conflict with his supervisor led to his dismissal.
CEO Showed Off a Chair Worth Millions... Had Told Employees - There Is No Budget for Good Chairs!
An employee's viral social media post reveals a stark contrast in workplace priorities after the CEO showcases an expensive chair while ignoring the employee's request for a budget to alleviate back pain.
Goodbye to Sunday Snacks at PastelerÃa Mallorca
PastelerÃa Mallorca, a family-run pastry shop in Madrid, will close its doors early on Sundays to allow employees more time for rest and work-life balance.
4 Hours of Waiting, 16 Hours of Work Demand, Story of a Startup Company Goes Viral on Reddit
A candidate's bad experience during a job interview at a Pune startup has gone viral on Reddit, highlighting issues of poor management and unreasonable job expectations.
Few realize that a boss cannot pull this trick – Expert's precise tips for employees
The article discusses the importance for employees to recognize certain behaviors that can lead to workplace problems and highlights restrictions on employer actions.
Court Orders Vale to Reemploy Employee Dismissed During Leave for Depression by INSS
A court in Brazil has ruled that Vale must reinstate an employee who was dismissed without just cause while on leave for mental health reasons related to depression and anxiety.
The State Labour Inspectorate is not investigating the circumstances of the dismissal of an ethics teacher from Alytus
The State Labour Inspectorate stated that no investigation will take place regarding the dismissal of an ethics teacher in Alytus, as there was no basis for an inquiry after the employee had already been dismissed.
Harsh observation of the consequences of the law change - Now comes 'smelly offers', says director
A recent legal change in Finland has made employee dismissals easier, raising concerns about job security and leading to an increase in abrupt job terminations.