Recent actions by IGN and Law360 management have sparked significant labor disputes, leading to union strikes and negotiations. IGN's management laid off three union members, prompting the IGN Creators Guild to file an unfair labor practice charge with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and enter into emergency negotiations regarding the layoffs. This move was described as a 'massive breach of trust' by industry observers. Concurrently, Law360 faced backlash for laying off 10% of its newsroom staff, despite reporting its highest revenue and profit growth in decades. The layoffs were deemed illegal, and the newsroom staff, supported by the NewsGuild, walked off the job in protest. These events have garnered solidarity from various quarters, including other unions and public officials, emphasizing the need for fair contracts and lawful management practices.
Solidarity with the @newsguild workers of @law360union who bravely walked off the job in protest of illegal layoffs. It's time for @law360 & @lexisnexis to act accordingly with their brand and FOLLOW THE LAW. Join us & send a letter to management now ⤵️ https://t.co/arFZILx9Vn
Stand with workers at @flySFO. @SanMateoLabor @seiuusww @seiucalifornia @SEIU https://t.co/TOGX2byKVv
In the wake of three employees being laid off, the IGN Creators Guild has filed an unfair labor practice charge with the NLRB and is currently in negotiations over the terms of the layoffs. https://t.co/EfhSouwrRk
hey IGN leadership, do right by the people you brought in under your wing. solidarity with the IGN union! https://t.co/4trXMHBP2b
IGN management lays off three union members in 'massive breach of trust' https://t.co/3MqPpTyhP9 https://t.co/jE5J5NWdSy
Walking the job today w/ union colleagues because on Friday, @Law360 illegally laid off 10% of our newsroom, announcing cuts the same day our execs bragged about highest-in-decades revenue & profit growth. Management: We need a contract NOW! #Layoffs360 https://t.co/o9TF3G24Rf
.@IGN management blindsided @IGNUnion and laid off 3 union members despite no economic distress at the company — and now they're letting outside counsel do the talking for them. @yaelprough, @PeerIGN, @jwhdavison, the least you could do is come to the bargaining table! https://t.co/Dso0gNv13L
Recently, @IGN Management shocked us by laying off 3 of our union members in yet another company reorg. We are currently in emergency negotiations attempting to protect their livelihoods. Here’s where we sit, and how you can help: https://t.co/Cb3DMhaBnT
Today, I stood in solidarity w/@MFJUnion's strike to demand a fair contract for their workers. Our office relies on MFJ workers who support our residents with free housing legal services. #FairContractNow ✊🏽 https://t.co/0x5HWMMbt6