The pilot program enhances job placement and support for those transitioning out of the military. The U.S. Department of Labor has expanded its Veterans’ Employment and Training Service…
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Grants Offered to Prevent Unemployment Insurance Fraud
The Labor Department funding is intended to strengthen unemployment insurance programs. The U.S. Department of Labor has announced three funding options, that come to a total of $327…
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UPS Trains Workers in Preparation for Union Strike
The acting labor secretary is not engaging in the talks between the company and Teamsters. Contract negotiations between United Parcel Service (UPS) and the Teamsters Union stalled earlier…
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Labor Department Grants Funding to Guam for Typhoon Recovery
The investment will support employment and clean-up initiatives in the wake of Typhoon Mawar. The U.S. Department of Labor announced an initial funding award of $4.5 million to…
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Nuclear workers and families in Four Corners Region may be eligible for illness compensation. The U.S. Department of Labor announced that the Division of Energy Employees Occupational Illness…
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Acting Labor Secretary Engages in Port Contract Negotiations
West Coast workers’ contract negotiations reach the 13th month of debate. Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su has been in California trying to broker a deal between the Pacific…
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OSHA Issues Canadian Wildfire Smoke Guidance for Outdoor Workers
Resources provide health and safety information to reduce exposure to smoke. The U.S. Department of Labor announced guidance from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding smoke…
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Federal Judge Orders PA Agency to Pay Millions in Back Wages
Department of Labor’s investigation uncovers violations in overtime compensation and travel expenses for home care. Judge Chad Kenney of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of…
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DOL Finds San Francisco Subways Violated Child Labor Laws
The operator of 14 chain locations commits a number of Fair Labor Act violations. The Department of Labor obtained a preliminary court injunction against the owner of 14…
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Labor Department Announces “Stand Down to Save Lives”
The inaugural mine safety event is being held Wednesday. The Department of Labor announced the first “Stand Down to Save Lives” event by the Mine Safety and Health…
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