Our committees have worked hard to grapple with and respond to the company’s concerns. Time is running out. Now is the time for the company to address the concerns of the hard-working union members at Verizon. If the Company wants to avoid a Strike... — read more 

Are you starting to see the pattern? Towards the end of the month the union starts their rhetoric about going on strike. I think they do this to save face in case the company locks everyone out. Once that doesn't happen they don't say anything for... — read more 

Does anyone feel like this is a bugs bunny episode of I dare to cross this line, no dis one, no dis one, no dis one. Oh brother... http://district1.cwa-union.org/news/entry/verizon_regional_bargaining_report_49#.Vv8qFnrQXs1

Bargaining Update 4.1.16 Fri, 04/01/2016 - 3:04pm Bargaining Report The Regional Bargaining Committee has met with the company, on and off table, discussing proposals on RAMP, Municipal and State Leave laws, Independent Medical Examinations, ACCLS... — read more 

For the recently laid off Atlanta developers: if you are still looking for work, this came across craigslist today. It is a auto parts business which is looking to integrate w/ shipping vendor. https://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/sof/5516893868.html

Take good care of our customers and remember: Verizon collared shirt, out of garage in 20 minutes, no calls to drc or fsc, no idling, no bathroom stops, steel toes, gloves, glasses, 188, careful drilling (don't want you hitting power, water, gas... — read more 

Was told by my steward to take home ALL of my personal stuff. He maid a comment saying this would be the last time we would have to do so. Asked if strike was coming and I was told to stay in touch with hotline. Everyone is buzzing about this and... — read more 

Wasn't on any of the local NYC news channels. Anyone show up?

So while thousands of hard working employees were getting fired. Shamwow got a 9.1% raise, Mead got a 5.3% raise, Strapon got a 9.1% raise, Walden (go90 and HUM master) got a 9.4% raise. McDumass got no raise, but he is well compensated at over $18... — read more 

On what page in The Codes We Work By or in the Credo does it tell you it's ok to underman the business, then close out customer reported trouble Tickets that have not been gotten to in the allotted time, then make a brand new trouble ticket for the... — read more 

Its that time of year folks. Verizon Shareholder Proxy time. Time to send Lowell and the other 12 Board of Directors. Part A for Board of Directors Vote AGAINST. ESPECIALLY#07. Vote AGAINST 2 & 3. For part B Shareholder Proposals. Vote FOR ALL6. 4... — read more 

I recently attended a party that was given by a vendor in honor of several Verizon employees recently layed off from the same office (all of which were over 50 years old) . The party was held on a Saturday night at a local banquet hall. Although turn... — read more 

Someone thought that the sale of three states to Frontier would reduce costs by 20%. Now they are finding out it didn't and have to come up with the rest of the reductions.

The Supreme Court on Tuesday handed organized labor a major victory, in a case that had threatened to cripple the ability of public unions to collect fees from workers who chose not to join, and did not want to pay for the unions’ collective... — read more 

http://pennrecord.com/stories/510703289-former-verizon-systems-technician-alleges-age-related-discrimination-in-suspension-and-firing

That means if you currently have Internet, TV or Voice service, it will be provided by Frontier Communications. To make your transition as smooth as possible, we have created a website with important information. Visit meetfrontier.com to learn... — read more 

Verizon even publishes an annual Data Breach Investigations Reportthat’s filled with interesting case studies of actual breaches, andGartner named Verizon a leader in managed security services. Now the true colors of VZ are reviled. Before offering... — read more 

I want to volunteer for a RIF but would love to get some extra walking away money. So are you goofballs going to strike or not? This is really getting lame. Why don't you guys and gals grow a pair and circumvent your union leadership - strike on your... — read more 

There we go https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/report-1-5-million-verizon-202241200.html This is bigger than Target hack where the CEO and CFO had to step down. They screw communication workers, Karma screws the executives.

The best part about the new FiOS commercial is that it demonstrates just how foolish and weak the current company leadership (sic) is with repect to customers, dollars and technology. As those fools keep trying to sell 'the New Coke' to customers... — read more 

Did you get profit sharing in your Wireless 401K this week? I received it...

Cwa local 2108 facebook page had a msg URGENT URGENT town hall meeting yesterday and today. cwa. Vp. Ed to be there, does anyone know what was said ????

Has anyone heard more about closing Wireless Retail stores this year and shifting to more on-line service? Also hear Indirect will go through major changes too??

The union didn't even consider the sacrificed members from Pittsburgh PA. Prove me wrong CWA

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/verizon-retirees-fight-against-even-174136918.html;_ylt=AwrC2Q56evBWpUIAFmzQtDMD;_ylu=X3oDMTBybGY3bmpvBGNvbG8DYmYxBHBvcwMyBHZ0aWQDBHNlYwNzcg Retirees say the current loophole in the compensation rule can allow Verizon’s... — read more 

Will the workers that were the laid off still be part of the negotiations? They were sacrificed for the sake of the union contract are they still relevant they got screwed for the workers still there will you stand up for them?

This agreement between the unions and company are nothing more than an agreement for the unions its BS they will not even count the votes ITS A DONE DEAL what can we do to verify the vote.

http://standuptoverizon.com/senatorsletter/ My grandmother used to use an expression "He cries poverty with 3 loafs of bread under his arm." Verizon cries poverty with 39 billion in profits over the last 3 years and with a few executives making 50... — read more 

It's funny to see VZ responding to Steve Harvey's TMobile commercial with Ricky Gervais. TMobile must have gotten under its skin!! Steve Harvey is way funnier and much more convincing. The #1 network is such a tired promo -- how many more times must... — read more 

Word is strike may finally be here. NY techs had a "bug" today and didn't come in. Was told it was "suggested" due to flex muscle on what's to come. Back to the wall and need to go out swinging so prepare because the wait was the only option we had... — read more 

My impression was once Verizon lay me off they will give me option to keep the Verizon as my carrier or move to other carrier but than I find out they roll over me to regular customer account under the same contract now they are asking me pay... — read more 

There are many bullshitters here from both the union and the company.....just entertain yourself reading the rants of wireless employees and wireline management slamming the union when they should be upset with big V. The safety of the union (as... — read more 

This used to be a lively and thriving community discussing a range of Verizon related topics. All other voices have been silenced and overpowered by Union related rants and propaganda. Please note that I am a Sanders supporter and as such I support... — read more 

The fix is in deal was made IBEW AND CWA must of made out like the bandits that they are thanks for the representation. We were there for the deal I need a shower after that filth.

Good luck the unions arrived at a deal with the company and somehow it will be accepted again without the support of the employees. I'm pissed off this is BS its a loss again just like the last one your vote doesn't mean anything again they will... — read more