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Google Under Scrutiny by Labor Board for Union Bargaining Obligations

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Google Under Scrutiny by Labor Board for Union Bargaining Obligations

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  • The U.S. National Labor Relations Board has filed a complaint against Google, asserting it must negotiate with a union representing contract workers.
  • The complaint identifies Google as a "joint employer" of 50 content creation workers at Accenture Flex who joined the Alphabet Workers Union in 2023.
  • This follows an earlier investigation into alleged changes in working conditions by Google and Accenture Flex, made without prior bargaining.
  • Google argues it does not exercise sufficient control to be deemed a joint employer; however, previous rulings have required negotiations in similar cases.
  • The current case will be assessed by an administrative judge, as Google faces mounting challenges from labor organizing efforts.

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