Apple accused of restricting workers’ rights; here’s what the american labor council alleged

Apple faces another complaint from National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The US Labor Council accused the tech giant of interfering with employees’ rights to organize and advocate for improvement. working conditions. The complaint alleges that Apple unlawfully restricted the use of social media and workplace messaging app Slack, unlawfully terminated an employee for advocating for workplace changes on Slack, and created a perception of surveillance through social media monitoring after asking an employee to delete social media. job.
This is the NLRB’s second complaint against Apple this month. The previous complaint focused on allegations of illegal confidentiality agreements and overly broad social media policies imposed on employees nationwide. However, Apple denied the allegations and said it respected its employees’ rights to discuss wages, hours and working conditions.

Why Apple is facing these accusations

The complaint, stemming from a case filed in 2021 by a former Apple employee Janneke Parrishalleges that company policies prohibited the creation of new Slack channels without manager approval and ordered workplace discussions to supervisors or a “people support” group.
Parrish, who claims she was fired for her activism, used Slack and social media to advocate for remote work, conduct pay equity investigations and raise concerns about discrimination. The NLRB will hold a hearing in February if Apple fails to reach a settlement.
Parrish’s attorney, Laurie Burgess, claims Apple engaged in “massive violations” of workers’ rights. This case highlights the ongoing debate around employee activism and use of digital platforms for workplace discussions.
“We look forward to holding Apple accountable at trial for implementing apparently illegal rules and firing employees for engaging in the protected core activity of reporting gender discrimination and other violations civil rights that have permeated the workplace,” he added. » Burgess said.
The NLRB’s complaint against Apple seeks to have the company’s allegedly illegal policies revoked and to obtain compensation for Parrish. This compensation would cover loss of income and other financial repercussions resulting from his dismissal.