Labor and Jobs – Page 49

Volkswagen Considers Closing Plants in Germany

For the first time in its 87-year history, the automaker is considering shuttering factories in Germany, citing the need to remain competitive.

By Melissa Eddy

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Will Automation Replace Jobs? Port Workers May Strike Over It.

A contract covering longshore workers on the East and Gulf Coasts will expire at the end of September, but talks have been stalled over the use of equipment that can function without human operators.

By Peter Eavis

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Judge Dismisses Suit Seeking to Ban Smoking in Atlantic City Casinos

The judge said a loophole exempting casinos from a statewide ban on indoor smoking did not keep workers from pursuing employment in smoke-free environments.

By Erin Nolan and Hurubie Meko

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Has the Spread of Tipping Reached Its Limit? Don’t Count on It.

Both major presidential candidates propose exempting tips from taxes. That could encourage more reliance on tipping, and leave workers vulnerable.

By Ben Casselman

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