There are many things that make Illinois’ labor market unique, however one of the main benefits of living and working in Illinois is that the state remains a fair-share labor market. This means that Illinois hasn’t joined 28 other states across the country in implementing harmful right-to-work legislation. Right-to-work states do not require employees who […]
The Davis–Bacon Act of 1931 is a United States federal law that establishes the requirement for paying the local prevailing wages on public works projects for laborers and mechanics.
The Wagner Act is arguably the most important piece of legislation to date protecting workers’ and unions’ rights. It involved the federal government in this protection and in arbitrating employer-employee disputes, a key step in preventing unjust treatment of workers.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is an agency of the United States Department of Labor that keeps our workplace and workers safe.
Hear from IBEW Local 134’s Mark Berchman how a recent ruling from the Supreme Court can impact unions and unionized workers moving forward.
IBEW Local 134’s Mark Berchman lays out the benefits of being in a union like IBEW Local 134.
IBEW Local 134’s Mark Berchman describes the threats and challenges currently facing unions today.
Hear from current apprentices of IBEW Local 134 on what attracted them toward becoming an electrician.
What happens when you can’t pay your medical bills when something unexpected happens? For IBEW Local 134 electricians, their fellow brothers and sisters answer the call and donate what they can to get them through their hardships.
The following article appeared on CNBC.com. The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 on Wednesday in Janus v. AFSCME that nonunion workers cannot be forced to pay fees to public sector unions. The case, one of the most hotly anticipated of the term, is the second in two days to hand a major victory to conservatives, following […]
