The Service Employees International Union is bracing for big changes.

New York’s Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is set to announce Tuesday that several shopping mall staples are joining the move away from what’s called “on-call scheduling,” which requires hourly employees to be on standby just in case they have to work. That can throw off planning for child care and finances for workers, who don’t […]

Manufacturing jobs are down from October, continuing a long-term trend.

Corporations see their workforce as an expense, not an asset.

United Technologies wants to raise profits by using Mexican labor, but it’s spending $16 billion buying back its own shares.

As you hit the shops for the holidays, don’t be surprised if you see more automated systems there to help you find stuff, set up home delivery, check out at the register. Big retailers like Wal-Mart, Lowe’s and Whole Foods, and fast-food chains like McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Panera Bread are all rolling out more touchscreen […]

Americans say they're both anxious about jobs, but confident at the same time.