On April 23, Williams & Connolly partner Lisa Blatt argued Starbucks Corp. v. McKinney, her 50th argument before the Supreme Court, and on June 13, 2024, the Court ruled in Starbucks’ favor, holding that when considering the National Labor Relations Board’s request for a preliminary injunction under Section 10(j) of the National Labor Relations Act, district courts must apply the traditional four factors articulated in Winter v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. The Williams & Connolly team representing Starbucks also included partner Sarah Harris, associates Tyler Becker, Noah McCullough, and Joshua Hanley, and alum Edward Pickup. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/emS8V8rf
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Why focus time and resources on having rock solid company policies? There are many benefits to having good policies in place, and this summer the U.S. Supreme Court identified another one. In Starbucks vs. McKinney, the lower court reinstated employees who had been terminated during their union-organizing efforts at a Memphis, Tenn., store. However, Starbucks was able to show that the employees had violated company policies, which was the reason for the terminations. Based on that showing, the Supreme Court overturned the lower court rulings. See https://ow.ly/awbh50SSvvx Will your policies provide a successful defense of your employment decisions? Investing in solid policies with correct documentation processes now can save you thousands of dollars later. Call us at 415-890-6057 or email us at info@fairgrievelaw.com to audit or create solid policies.
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Love your Starbucks coffee? Ever wondered about the efforts behind the counter? ☕ In a remarkable twist, more than 8,000 Starbucks employees nationwide have voted to unionize in over 360 locations. But what's the story behind this bold movement, and how does the National Labor Relations Board fit into the picture? Learn how the journey unfolded, the significance of this labor movement, and what it means for Starbucks employees and labor rights in our latest blog written by Dan Braverman a/k/a Braverman, PLLC, Employment Partner, and Jari Wilson, Associate Attorney linked in the comments 👇 #StarbucksUnion #LaborRights #EmploymentLaw #FairLabor #LawFirm
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As The BTI Consulting Group pointed out in its fantastic 2024 Market Outlook and Client Service Review, a leading trend for law firms to watch is *transformation*. Law firms will continue to see their clients undergo significant transformation this year, not only related to massive E&L changes like Starbucks' move to unionization (wow!!!), but so many other aspects of sustainability, whether social, economic or environmental. No wonder it's such a booming time for employment & labour lawyers. This Starbucks example will be a fantastic case study in every sustainable business / ESG program for years to come. Also, law firm ESG professionals - if you haven't already read Alison Taylor's new book Higher Ground, run now to get yourself a copy. #esg #esgstrategy #labourlaw #stakeholdercapitalism
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If you’ve read (or started) my book, you will know that it opens with the paradox of Starbucks. Starbucks is a sustainability *leader*, according to any credible analysis, and including on worker treatment. At the same time, it has managed to facilitate an extraordinary level of alignment between key stakeholders groups (office and store employees, customers, and investors) that it’s anti union behavior sucks and is utterly unethical. But now the company has backed down. And aligned with Microsoft, which supports neutrality and collective bargaining. This is an incredible development. And looks like a wider tipping point for corporate America on worker rights. ““It will spur more unionization, that’s for sure,” as organizers can now tell baristas, “we forced them, so join us,” said labor historian Nelson Lichtenstein, a professor at the University of California at Santa Barbara. Activists have applied pressure on the company through tactics including mounting coordinated work stoppages, pressuring universities to stop serving Starbucks coffee, protesting at appearances by board members and continuing to organize more cafes across the country. The “cumulative weight” of such tactics, and their impact on the company’s perception among younger customers in particular, may have persuaded executives “that concessions might be the road towards getting this problem off their back,” he said.” I’m excited to see meaningful change! 🚀 ☕️
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In light of the big challenges we as societies face (i.e. climate crisis, wage gab), notice the words ‘fight’, ‘battle’, ‘contests’ and even ‘war’, and several times ‘worried’ in relation to ‘with demands for better pay and more consistent shift patterns’, in the attached article concerning the latest governance developments in Wall Street. The way I read it, the article suggests that if we as societies want boards not only to espouse workers’ safety, green strategies and happy customers but want them to truly become more social, a war is needed? Doesn’t this fierce and emotional response to legislature show that - unfortunately - legislation is needed to change the decision-making in the boardroom? The change will not come organically from within?
There is a famous story about Starbucks that is often cited during discussions of governance: at board meetings, there is an empty chair to represent the interests of the coffee giant’s employees. The idea was proposed by its former chief executive Howard Schultz to show that the company’s baristas have a symbolic seat at the table. But that token gesture is on the verge of becoming a reality. A group of trade unions is mounting a serious proxy fight that could put a trio of directors on Starbucks’ board to be a voice for its rank and file. The challenger is not the brash, aggressive activist investor that typically wages these kinds of campaigns. It is a coalition of trade unions, the Strategic Organizing Center (SOC), seeking to address the “severe human capital mismanagement” it claims is hurting the company’s business. For those reasons, the Starbucks boardroom battle is set to become one of the most closely watched on Wall Street.
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The unionization saga at Starbucks may be entering a new phase. More than 2 years after the first cafes in upstate New York voted in a union, none of the hundreds of sites have a labor agreement yet. Recent reports suggest, however, the coffee giant and union are working towards a framework for a nationwide deal. My latest article has the details. #HR #LaborRelations #LaborLaw
A New Frontier? Starbucks Signals a CBA With Baristas May Soon Be On Tap
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US organized labor is seeing a pivotal moment - exemplified by the high-profile battle between Starbucks and Workers United (a union that has been organizing Starbucks employees since 2021). In ImpactAlpha , Imogen Rose-Smith points out that the conflict has evolved beyond traditional picket lines to include significant boardroom disputes - highlighting the economic case for unionization as beneficial for shareholders. This year, Starbucks narrowly avoided a major proxy fight by reaching a last-minute agreement with the union, underscoring the strengthened position of labor in a post-COVID19 world. Key labor negotiations across various industries, plus policy changes like the FTC's ban on noncompete agreements and a growing resistance from the tech sector illustrate the evolving challenges and opportunities for collective bargaining. Investors, particularly those focused on #impinv and #ESG, might want to take advantage of this moment of potential clairvoyance. Strategies that support quality jobs, employee ownership, and labor movements alignment could be a way of future-proofing their investment strategies - through the next decade and beyond.
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Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced an investigation into Starbucks' diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices, questioning their legality under state anti-discrimination laws. Moody, supported by Governor Ron DeSantis, argues that DEI policies at Starbucks may constitute unlawful employment practices by promoting quotas and racial considerations in hiring and bonuses. The investigation follows controversy surrounding Florida's "Stop WOKE Act," which limits DEI-related business practices. Agree or disagree with our opinion? Please share your comments with us to continue the conversation or DM us on our socials. Stay informed with our newsletter, “The Informer”: https://lnkd.in/e_9F2s5s We appreciate it if you "Like" and comment to continue the conversation. Join our #community by subscribing to our YOUTUBE channel: @J-Washington, and hit that notification button! #Florida #flapol #vote #politicalinnovation #politics #campaigns #strategy #canvassing #campaignmanagement #trends #Election2024 #TimeToWin #DEI #FloridaPolitics #StarbucksInvestigation #CivilRights #WorkplaceEquality @AGAshleyMoody @GovRonDeSantis @Starbucks @FLCommissionHR DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in the J & Washington Network belong solely to the content creators and do not represent the views or opinions of J & Washington clientele or its business partnerships.
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From court battles to financial setbacks, Starbucks is weathering a storm of controversies. The coffee giant has been dragged to court multiple times—for big issues, like racism, or seemingly small ones, like skimping on milk and ice in its drinks. Collectively, these have significantly impacted Starbucks both financially and in terms of its reputation. With $11 billion in losses as of December 2023 and a 9.4% decline in value, the coffee giant faces its longest stock decline since going public in 1992. Here's a look at the multiple instances that led to Starbucks's downward trajectory. https://lnkd.in/duWVByjQ #starbucks #businessinsights
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UPCOMING EVENT Decaf or 4 Shots: Aiming at the Target and Starbucks DEI Lawsuits Your company is committed to DEI, and business leaders want metrics and accountability. How do you support those efforts and protect the company in the face of obstacles such as addressing the impact of the pending Target and Starbucks DEI lawsuits, the recent Supreme Court affirmative action rulings, internal and external opposition, threatened lawsuits over perceived and/or actual quotas/goals, state law threats to DEI programs, politically charged work environments, and DEI professionals charged with “fixing” DEI despite being understaffed and burnt out? This session will cover all of these important topics and provide practical guidance to help your company remain committed to DEI, without undue risk. Moderator: Anthony Martin, Ogletree Deakins Panelists: Melanie Frank, Deputy General Counsel, NYRA and Ellen Yang, Chief of Staff & Legal Counsel, Cruise Honoring Njeri Mutura, Assistant General Counsel, Microsoft (2023 Profiles IN Diversity) Please join us for a networking reception and presentation. The food will be from the award winning Majordomo! RSVP TODAY https://lnkd.in/g4sJSSQb #INsideDiversity #accsocal #accsocalevents #inhousecounsel #inhouselawyer #corporatecounsel #diversity #dei #cle
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