By Shabeli Acevedo May. 22, 2023 BINGHAMTON (WBNG) — Binghamton will raise the hourly wages of its lifeguards this year as an effort to increase hiring ahead of the summer season. Lifeguards will make $16 an hour this season which is an increase of $2.30 per hour from last year. The city will also cover […]
Lifeguard minimum wage increases by $2.30 in the City of Binghamton Read More »
May 23, 2023 From working 20 to 30 hours of unpaid overtime each week in one of Australia’s fanciest restaurants to picking fruit while being exposed to dangerous chemicals for less than $10 an hour, the underpayment of migrant workers is rife. Read More
Up to one in six recent migrants are paid less than the minimum wage. Here’s why Read More »
By Kellen Browning May 21, 2023 The Minnesota Senate passed a bill on Sunday that would guarantee drivers for Uber and Lyft a minimum wage and other benefits, sending the measure to Gov. Tim Walz. Read More
Minnesota Passes Bill Seeking to Ensure Minimum Wage for Gig Workers Read More »
Fortesa Latifi, May 23, 2023 This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with a service worker at a craft bar in Illinois. They asked not to be named to protect their job, but their employment has been confirmed by Insider. The conversation has been edited for length and clarity. Read More
Ride-share companies oppose the bill and are urging the Minnesota governor to veto it. Backers say it’s crucial to provide a living wage and basic employee protections. Read More
Minimum wage for Uber, Lyft drivers awaits action from Walz Read More »
