California's $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers: Early Positive Impact and Industry Adaptation
California's landmark $20 minimum wage for fast food workers shows promising results, with minimal job losses and modest price increases. Workers report improved financial stability, while the industry demonstrates resilience and creativity in adapting to the new wage structure.
Michigan's Minimum Wage to Surge 20% Following Landmark Court Ruling
A court decision in Michigan paves the way for a significant 20% increase in the state's minimum wage. This ruling is set to reshape the economic landscape, impacting workers and businesses across various industries.
Latina Workers Face $1.3 Million Wage Gap Over Career, Study Finds
New data reveals Latina women earn just 58 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men, resulting in a staggering $1.3 million loss over a 40-year career. The wage disparity highlights persistent economic inequalities and the need for action to achieve pay parity.