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Update, 2013: What You Should Know About “Right To Work” Laws, University Of Maine
Update, 2013: What You Should Know About “Right To Work” Laws, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
This was a brief 2013 update to the Bureau of Labor Education’s (BLE) 2011 briefing paper, “The Truth about ‘Right to Work’ Laws". There were two major new points in this update: 1) the addition of two more states to the number of states with right-to-work laws, and 2) a review of a recent study of the effects of RTW laws on workers’ wages and benefits.
Oklahoma, Maine, Migration And “Right To Work”: A Confused And Misleading Analysis, University Of Maine
Oklahoma, Maine, Migration And “Right To Work”: A Confused And Misleading Analysis, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
A University of Maine report that revealed the confused and misleading nature of an article released by the Maine Heritage Policy Center (MHPC): “The Case for Right-to-Work in Maine: Examining the Evidence in Oklahoma” (1/23/2012)
What You Need To Know About …. Workers’ Compensation, University Of Maine
What You Need To Know About …. Workers’ Compensation, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The purpose of this paper was to provide an overview on: • workers’ compensation, how it evolved in the U.S., and the impact of this history today; • developments with Maine’s law, and resources for accessing information on this statute; and • the need to reform workers’ compensation for Maine workers.
Working Conditions And Patient Safety: Safe Staffing In Maine’S Hospitals, University Of Maine
Working Conditions And Patient Safety: Safe Staffing In Maine’S Hospitals, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
A report by the University of Maine about how serious problems in the work environments of nursing care in American hospitals posed a threat to patient safety, as well as contributed to shortages of nurses working in hospital settings and in greater job stress and burnout among nurses.
The Truth About "Right To Work" Laws, University Of Maine
The Truth About "Right To Work" Laws, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
This paper explored the following issues: a) what is meant by “right to work;” b) the legal issues involved in union membership and right-to-work; c) impacts of right-to-work laws, including comparisons of right-to-work vs. “free-bargaining” states, and d) the history of earlier right-to-work attempts in Maine.
The Minimum Wage: Two Generations Of Neglect Add Up, University Of Maine
The Minimum Wage: Two Generations Of Neglect Add Up, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
This paper discussed problems caused by stalled wages, and highlighted some emerging trends regarding the minimum wage.
Responsible Contractors Help Build Thriving Communities, University Of Maine
Responsible Contractors Help Build Thriving Communities, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine's report on responsible contractors, and the benefits of implementing responsible contracting requirements.
Who Pays And Who Benefits: 21st Century Tax Reform For Maine, University Of Maine
Who Pays And Who Benefits: 21st Century Tax Reform For Maine, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
This paper discussed three major issues, with the goal of clarifying the characteristics of LD 1495, the tax reform package that will be either upheld or repealed in June: 1) the features of “good” state tax systems; 2) the characteristics and limitations of Maine’s current tax system, and 3) the features, changes and implications of the new law. Finally, a range of taxation policy recommendations were discussed.
Update On Labor's Demographics, University Of Maine
Update On Labor's Demographics, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
Using data compiled and supplied by the U.S. Department of Labor, this briefing paper provided a statistical summary of unionization levels for employee wage and salary workers in the U.S. and Maine.
Fair Pay And Fair Contracting: Maine’S Prevailing Wage Laws, University Of Maine
Fair Pay And Fair Contracting: Maine’S Prevailing Wage Laws, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
A report that was prepared as a public service by the Bureau of Labor Education, University of Maine about Maine's prevailing wage laws.
Stretching The Law Ii: The Misclassification Of Employees As Independent Contractors, University Of Maine
Stretching The Law Ii: The Misclassification Of Employees As Independent Contractors, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
This paper looked at the legal climate for Independent Contractors issues nation wide, especially matters of enforcement, and the “safe harbor” tradition that has permeated the employment environment, making IC classification compliance optional for many employers.
Restoring The Right To Organize: Impacts Of The Employee Free Choice Act, University Of Maine
Restoring The Right To Organize: Impacts Of The Employee Free Choice Act, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
A report that provided information on and about the impacts the Employee Free Choice Act. It was prepared as a public service by the Bureau of Labor Education, University of Maine.
Attaining Occupational Health And Safety Through... Education, Engineering, And Enforcement, University Of Maine
Attaining Occupational Health And Safety Through... Education, Engineering, And Enforcement, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine's report on attaining occupational health and safety through education, engineering, and enforcement.
Privatization Pitfalls Update, 2008, University Of Maine
Privatization Pitfalls Update, 2008, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
This briefing paper was an update to an earlier publication by the Bureau of Labor Education on the “pitfalls and problems” of privatization (1998). As with the previous paper, this update focused primarily on privatization as it concerns the provision of public services by states and localities in the U.S., rather than on federal levels or in other countries.
Hot Jobs Update: 2008 Outlook For Maine’S Women Workers, University Of Maine
Hot Jobs Update: 2008 Outlook For Maine’S Women Workers, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
This paper on the occupational outlook for Maine’s women workers was intended as an update to the Bureau of Labor Education’s previous briefing papers on this topic. These earlier papers showed that despite many upbeat analyses of the best “hot new jobs” that will be available to women workers in the next decade, the largest occupations available to women workers in Maine will continue to be primarily jobs with low wages and little economic security
Stretching The Law, Stressing The State Misclassified Workers In Maine’S Construction Industry, University Of Maine
Stretching The Law, Stressing The State Misclassified Workers In Maine’S Construction Industry, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
A report prepared as a public service by the Bureau of Labor Education, University of Maine, about misclassified workers in Maine's construction industry.
Recognizing And Preventing Hazards In The Construction Industry, University Of Maine
Recognizing And Preventing Hazards In The Construction Industry, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The safety handbook for recognizing and preventing safety hazards in the construction industry produced for a construction safety grant.
What Counts, And Who's Counting? Maine's Business Climate 2006, University Of Maine
What Counts, And Who's Counting? Maine's Business Climate 2006, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine's report on Maine's 2006 business climate.
Project Labor Agreements And Construction In Maine, University Of Maine
Project Labor Agreements And Construction In Maine, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The report informed the reader on various aspects and benefits of Project Labor Agreements. It was prepared as a public service by the Bureau of Labor Education, University of Maine.
Achieving Health And Safety In The Building And Repair Of Ships And Boats, University Of Maine
Achieving Health And Safety In The Building And Repair Of Ships And Boats, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The safety handbook produced for the shipyard/boatyard grant
Instructors' Manual On: Achieving Health And Safety In The Building And Repair Of Ships And Boats, University Of Maine
Instructors' Manual On: Achieving Health And Safety In The Building And Repair Of Ships And Boats, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The instructors' manual on achieving health and safety in the building and repair of ships and boats produced for the shipyard/boatyard grant
Hot Jobs Or Not So Hot? Outlook For Maine’S Women Workers, University Of Maine
Hot Jobs Or Not So Hot? Outlook For Maine’S Women Workers, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
This briefing paper focused on four basic questions concerning Maine’s women workers: 1) Why are many women workers in Maine facing economic insecurity despite being employed? 2) Are the largest occupations for Maine women workers in the next decade likely to offer greater economic security, or will women workers continue to be at risk? 3) Is the apparent decrease in the male/female wage gap in 2001 a result of better conditions for women, or worse conditions for male workers? 4) What can be done in Maine to address the economic challenges faced by women workers?
Fair Weather Or Foul? Maine’S Business Climate Revisited, University Of Maine
Fair Weather Or Foul? Maine’S Business Climate Revisited, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine's report "Fair Weather or Foul? Maine’s Business Climate Revisited."
Thinking Outside The Box: The Challenge Of Maine's Regional Service Centers, University Of Maine
Thinking Outside The Box: The Challenge Of Maine's Regional Service Centers, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The bureau of labor education's report on the challenge of Maine's regional service centers.
Labor's Demographics…Report For 2001, University Of Maine
Labor's Demographics…Report For 2001, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
Bureau of labor education's report on labor's demographics.
Maine's Development Dilemma, University Of Maine
Maine's Development Dilemma, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
Bureau of labor education's report on economic development in Maine, and dilemmas that surrounded it.
The Minimum Wage: Issues To Consider, University Of Maine
The Minimum Wage: Issues To Consider, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
Bureau of labor education's report on minimum wage, and issues to consider.