Labor group in Seattle raises awareness of workers' rights on May Day

Описание: Events across the globe on May 1 marked International Workers Day, or "May Day," a time to celebrate the achievements of workers and push for changes to support and empower them.

That included marches, rallies and events in Seattle, including a door-to-door push to make business owners and workers aware of laws, protections and wages in place for the city.

The Office of Labor Standards (OLS), community organizations and volunteers visited businesses in neighborhoods across Seattle to make sure employers know what rights workers are due, and to offer resources if they need more education or help getting into compliance.

OLS said it is tasked with implementing 15 current labor laws, three current ordinances, and an ordinance that will go into effect next year, involving everything from paid sick leave and minimum wage to wage theft and commuter benefits.

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