Posted on 07/25/19 by Intern Writer in Work & Wages
By Bill Vidmar It can be tough to budget for groceries, bills, and unexpected emergencies without knowing how many hours you’ll work each week. Unfortunately, many of Ohio’s lowest-paid workers grapple with erratic and unpredictable work schedules. There is a solution. House Bill 216 puts important protections in place to bring stability to the lives of Ohio’s working people. [image:1] Bill Vidmar is a Policy Matters summer intern. The bill’s protections apply to employees of stores with at least 20 Ohio employees and at least 20 worldwide locations, restaurants (including franchises) with at least 500 employees worldwide, and property service contractors. It would... read more
Posted on 06/13/19 by Daniel Ortiz in Work & Wages
In my home, Father’s Day is a time for reflection. Typically, it falls just after school lets out and my daughter leaves to spend time with family in Arkansas. We FaceTime, I get a nice... read more
Posted on 05/09/19 by Cynthia Connolly in Work & Wages
This Sunday is Mother’s Day: a day we allow mom to take time off, kick back, and relax. It’s a day we honor her sacrifices, praise her hard work, and let her know how essential... read more
Posted on 03/05/19 by Hannah Halbert in Work & Wages
[image:1] Workers at Sonic Drive-In locations in Lancaster, Circleville and Grove City walked off the job last week. According to reports, the walkout was in response to policy changes initiated by the new corporate affiliated franchise... read more
Posted on 02/26/19 by Zach Schiller in Work & Wages
With the shutdown of the General Motors Lordstown Assembly plant looming, Policy Matters Ohio asked Staughton Lynd for his reflections on the fight against plant shutdowns. Lynd, a leading labor historian and Legal Aid lawyer,... read more
Posted on 01/24/19 by Zach Schiller in Work & Wages
It helped keep the Crew in Columbus—workers need similar protection What do Columbus soccer fans and Lordstown auto workers have in common? Both saw their local franchise threaten to pick up and leave. But Columbus soccer... read more
Posted on 10/22/18 by Intern Writer in Work & Wages
By Leah Pike This summer, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted workplace raids of Corso’s Flower and Garden Center in Sandusky, and Fresh Mark meatpacking plants in Salem, Massillon and Canton. They were among ICE’s largest... read more
Posted on 05/11/18 by Cynthia Connolly in Work & Wages
This Sunday is Mother’s Day: the day we pay homage to the backbone of many families with homemade cards, hand-picked dandelions, and maybe even burnt pancakes served by a proud six-year-old! Sure, being a mom... read more
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