#employeerights

What happens when you’re not available the day they send out the meeting invites?

I'm wondering if there'd been any changes.

Hi, all. I was wondering if BNY discloses reasons for termination to a new employer (also a bank) during the background check. I was told that legally previous employer can only share / verify dates of employment and title. But is there a possibility of this information being shared whether it's by phone or some type of system? Thank you.

I will remind everyone that according to the Occupational Safety and Health Act, your employer has an obligation to ensure your safety in your job.

Can anyone argue that these buildings in the major cities where PNC has office space (Pittsburgh, Philly, Detroit, Columbus, Baltimore, Cleveland, Chicago, etc) have gotten SAFER post Covid, post summer 2020? Look at the data - it's gotten way worse.

Another employee right we must all seek is for our own safety. That would be a strong pillar of a unionization effort. Can you imagine if the current Minneapolis situation was occurring nearby a PNC office building. It could certainly happen.

Will PNC care about us then? Likely, no - "get your butts back here 5 days / week!"

I have received another offer and plan on leaving. However, I want to ensure I still get my bonus. What are the rules around that and when should I put in my notice? I obviously can’t ask HR or my boss this type of question…

Do you still need to work and hand off all your projects while you're still on payroll?

Will those laid off still get 2025 bonuses?

Has anyone successfully negotiated the severance package?
Any tips or tricks?

What happens if you're on PTO on the date they are notifying those who will be laid off? Will they just wait until you return to spill the beans?

Today I should have received my first severance check (direct deposit) and there’s no check stub in colleague zone and so far no direct deposit. WTF

I requested temporary medical accommodation and received layoff notice in few days. Also no one responded to my medical accommodation Request, not even an acknowledgement. Is this driven by this?

Does anyone feel like they have been working hard , working late night to do something, and yet not getting enough credit or praise or call out for doing it?

And the manager or team lead favoring certain people and being biased ?

This crumbles the confidence and just gives constant anxiety to prove yourself, work longer hours and constantly doubting yourself.

I was just denied unemployment in Florida cause of the severance I was always told we could still get unemployment

Do employees get early access? Is there a way for employees to buy? HELP!!

New document showed up in my workday profile. About arbitration and my rights between me and the company. So normal document..... Or layoff list document?

I know the documents say 30-60 days for them to be paid out but has anyone gotten a more precise date. Specifically for the 12/19 sev group

Quitting this dump this year. Can I take my 401k and pension and roll them into my next employers 401k plan?

If I rage quit same day how do I do this?

May seem like a d-mb question but I’m concerned they’ll pull some schiesty BS

Instead of offering redundancy waters will offer you a new role.if you give it a go for 4 weeks it is deemed you have accepted a new contract and not entitled to redundancy.

Heard they are withholding them from everyone not getting atleast an overall of meet’s expectations

Some folks are being offered roles with their supervisors saying “don’t worry this won’t be the actual job when the time comes, we’ll get you something better” or “no worries, this says same CL, but you’ll likely get a CL increase next year.

Do not trust any verbal commentary that does not make it into a written guarantee whether in the offer letter or an email from your supervisor that you review with a lawyer. Now is not the time to believe some wishful hypotheticals. Now is the time to trust no one except the piece of paper that your lawyer explains to you and you are comfortable with.

Only assume they will give you what the offer letter says.

Also, if your offered job starts in 2027, assume that you may not get a salary increase Jan 1, 2027. Ie same pay all of 2026 and 2027.

I just saw my severance lump they took close to 20000 in taxes do we get any of that back

Tax Time!

What is the URL to get my W2? HR One Stop won't let me in anymore.

Sisters and Brothers,

We want to share an important update on where things stand regarding Optimum’s planned transfer of work to MasTec.

Today, CWA Local 1103 and CWA Local 1109 met with Optimum (Altice) to address the impact of this transaction on our members and to discuss a formal proposal submitted by the Union. That proposal was focused on protecting jobs, preserving service time, limiting the sharing of employee information, and ensuring members have meaningful choices. Optimum has rejected this proposal.

Below is a summary of what the Union proposed and the company’s response:

1. Option to Remain with Optimum — Rejected
2. Protection if MasTec Does Not Hire You — Rejected
3. Severance for Employees Hired by MasTec — Rejected
4. Recall Rights if Optimum Re-Enters the Business — Limited Response
   The company indicated it may consider rehiring former employees within 365 days of February 1, 2026, should Optimum re-enter the fulfillment business.
5. Limits on Employee Information Shared
   At this time, Optimum states it is still “reviewing” what information it intends to provide.

Company Position Overview

Optimum has rejected key protections, including continued employment options, severance, and the no-layoff provision. The company claims there are no available positions in other disciplines and asserts that employees not hired by MasTec would be treated as voluntary resignations—a position the Union strongly disputes and considers a layoff.

Important Guidance for Members

We understand that the compressed timeline being imposed is causing significant stress and uncertainty for everyone involved.

We recognize that this is a personal decision and that your job and livelihood are critically important. Therefore, we recommend that Field Service members apply for positions at MasTec before the January 9, 2026, deadline while this process continues.

Please understand that applying does not mean you are giving up your rights, nor does it stop the Union from continuing to fight on your behalf. The Union will continue to do everything in our power—using every legal and contractual resource available—to challenge the company’s position, demand answers, and protect your jobs. We will continue pressing both Optimum and MasTec on all fronts as we work through this transition.

The Union has already taken all available steps to protect you, including filing grievances and engaging in Effects Bargaining, and we will soon pursue full bargaining. We are also scheduled to meet directly with MasTec on January 8, 2026, to discuss expectations for a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

We will share additional updates as soon as they are available. If you have any questions or need further guidance, please contact your union leadership.

Thank you,
Mike Gallo
Executive Vice President
CWA Local 1109

Anyone else still not receive their severance offer? Was let go in early December and have still heard nothing. Really frustrating as I can’t stay unemployment until I know what I’m getting.

last week in a one2one my manager strongly hinted we finna have layoffs in the third week of feb she said to keep my head up and document all my work also i been taken screenshots anytime a teammate don’t respond in a reason able time like ill send a slack once then twice then an email and if 4+ hours pass ill save that evidence so if we miss deadlines you best bet it ain’t because of me

figure others may want to do the same it’s a cold heartless world out there and our industry is really suffering right now PROTECT URSELF AT ALL COSTS!!!

Serious question .I know people lost there Jobs it’s stinks .I Hope the non management ended up with some kinda severance that was pretty good.I m hoping on the union side we will be offered this across the board to everyone no strings Eisp in first quarter.I assume Dan wants to rid himself of some of us too .So unfortunately bad financial management on my part would say I kinda need a package to leave or I have to wait it out another 2 years age .Just hoping they let everyone who wants to leave Go with a bit of A boost .I mean at least let the old move on .Just worried that they don’t have anyone other then old so they won’t let it happen. Wonder what the median age of the operations side actually is???

Can we still use a 1/2 day PTO to count as an 8 hour day in the office? Or do we have to go in for 4 hours? I am not complaining, asking a genuine question since my direct doesn’t know the answer.

If out on maternity leave is your manager required to connect with you to communicate bonus numbers before the payout? Has anyone experienced a similar scenario?

Has anyone received there severance lump yet

Sorry if it's a stupid question, this is my first proper job and I'm not sure how things work yet.

THEORETICAL SITUATION: You're in NJ and were given 90 days notice; however, you have another job lined up to start well before then. According to the "Mgmt Severance Program FAQ" doc:

"If you seek to separate from the company prior to the last day of employment date set forth in your Notification letter and still remain eligible for severance, you will need to complete and submit a valid Declination of Notification Period form, which would need to be approved by the appropriate parties at the company."

QUESTION: Has anyone attempted this or have any insight as to whether or not this request is likely to be approved/denied?

Thanks!

For those off payroll on 12/19, any unused vacation time will be paid out tomorrow, 1/2. You can view the total amount on the "current paycheck" by visiting workhistory.verizon.com

Does health insurance end on the date of your termination?

Received final paycheck as non-working employee on 12/26 that also included unpaid PTO. When will the first severance pay date be in 2026? Will it be on 1/2 or 1/16?

I can no longer access the Severance Portal from my personal computer following my last day worked (it worked prior to 12/19). It also won’t let me reset my password. I sent an email to the address I located with no response as of yet. We’re supposed to have access to it for 6 months. Is anyone else who was impacted also experiencing this? If so, any tips on how to get access again?

Thoughts on the 1199SEIU union? Can it save jobs from being outsourced or is it too late?