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I agree with the general point, but I'd add that there's additional power in collective action, but that's of course harder to organize than a legal challenge.
by elicash 6y ago
I agree with the general point, but I'd add that there's additional power in collective action, but that's of course harder to organize than a legal challenge. And also that people (both management and not) are also just unaware of the laws.
But yes, to just name one example, I believe there should be punitive damages when a company is found to be in violation of these labor laws.
- paulcole 6y agoAn individual can’t take part in a collective action unless they have some kind of personal safety net in place. Get fired for speaking up about something illegal? Better hope you have a new job lined up or you have plenty of savings. Because it’s gonna be a long time before you either get your job back or see any kind of settlement.
- elicash 6y agoI work in labor. I've seen incredible things happen when workers bravely take risks in collective action. These are some of the most underpaid workers in America.