Workplace Safety
Teamsters Convene for Nationwide Webinar
Teamsters shop stewards at DFA gathered for a webinar to discuss negotiations, aiming for better wages and conditions.
Teamsters Secure New Contract at Breakthru Beverage
(COMMERCE, Calif.) — Breakthru Beverage drivers ratify their first contract after a one-day strike, securing key rights.
Amazon San Bernardino Workers Begin Union Effort with Teamsters
Amazon workers at KSBD air facility launch a union drive with Teamsters, demanding better conditions and respect.
Fairfax Educators Reach Historic Tentative Agreement After 50 Years
Educators in Fairfax County reach a historic tentative deal with schools, marking a new era in collective bargaining.
Southern Glazer's Workers Expand Teamsters Local 745 Membership
In a significant development, more employees of Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits are joining the ranks of Teamsters Local 745 in Texas. This move highlights the growing support for organized labor among workers seeking better working conditions and benefits. Southern Glazer's, a leading distributor of alcoholic beverages in the United States, has seen increased union activity as workers aim to secure improved health benefits, wages, and job security through collective bargaining agreements.
Many employees at Southern Glazer's have voiced concerns over workplace safety and job satisfaction, sparking interest in joining a union. By aligning with Teamsters Local 745, workers hope to address these issues and enhance their rights as employees. The efforts to expand union membership come amid a nationwide surge in labor organization, as workers increasingly seek representation in negotiations with their employers.
Understanding labor laws has become a priority for many workers looking to join unions. Teamsters Local 745 provides valuable resources and support to its members, helping them navigate complex labor regulations and secure favorable employment terms. The union's expansion within Southern Glazer's signals a shift towards more robust labor representation within the company.
The process of joining a union, such as Teamsters Local 745, involves several steps, including employee meetings and a formal voting procedure. Workers often have questions about union organizing, benefits, and legal protections. Teamsters Local 745 offers guidance and advocacy to members throughout this process, empowering them to make informed decisions about their employment future.
Merchandisers at Southern Glazer’s in Texas join Teamsters Local 745, joining 250 warehouse and delivery workers.
UMC Nurses Demand Contract for Violence Prevention and Safe Staffing
UMC nurses in New Orleans will hold a picket on Sept. 24, demanding contract terms that address workplace violence and safe staffing, amid stalled negotiations.
Red Cross Workers Secure New Teamsters Union Agreement
1,900 American Red Cross Teamsters ratify historic contract, securing wage increases, better benefits, and protections.
UAW Members Ratify Historic Contract at Cornell with COLA, No Tiers
ITHACA – UAW members at Cornell ratified a four-year contract with a 77% vote, securing up to 25.4% wage increases, COLA, and more.
Teamsters Win Twice in Week at Zen Leaf Cannabis
Teamsters Local 777 secures new agreements at Zen Leaf, boosting wages and benefits for cannabis workers in Illinois.
DHL Sort Workers at CVG Join Teamsters Union
DHL recognizes over 1,300 sort workers' right to unionize at CVG, joining Teamsters Local 89, contrasting Amazon's stance.