The right to disconnect: Pre-class activities
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… with exceptions including contacting employees about emergencies and schedule changes.
Well, you know, worker productivity has gone up over the last several decades, and workers haven’t seen wage increases.
So this is a huge step forward, and I think we’re going to see a lot more legislation to try and create that work-life balance that millions of Americans are craving.
Comprehension questions
Video: California lawmaker explains bill that will give workers “right to disconnect”
Video: Inside the push to give workers right to disconnect after work
VArticl: The importance of knowing how to disconnect from work
Article: Right to disconnect: The countries passing laws to stop employees working out of hours