because the coffee chain illegally fired a long-time barista and union organizer shortly after employees in his store voted to join a union.
The Fair Workweek Law prohibits fast-food employers from firing or laying off workers, or reducing their hours by more than 15 per cent, without just cause or legitimate economic reasons. The petition said Starbucks claimed it fired Locke because he failed to complete a questionnaire required by its COVID-19 protocols, and falsely reported that a supervisor made unwanted contact during a dispute by placing his hand on Locke’s chest.In a statement provided by the city, Locke said “Starbucks continues to wrongfully fire pro-union workers nationwide in retaliation for union organizing.
Last month, Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc agreed to pay $20-million to about 13,000 workers to settle city claims it violated the Fair Workweek Law.
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