Lionbridge Faces Unfair Labor Practice Charges After Mass Layoffs
CWA alleges 160 QA workers were terminated for union activities, with ongoing work shifted to international teams
- The CWA has filed charges against Lionbridge for allegedly retaliating against unionizing employees.
- 160 QA workers in Boise, Idaho were laid off, while similar work continues in Mexico and Poland.
- Lionbridge is accused of offering severance packages that violate labor laws.
- The company has a history of alleged union-busting, including a similar incident in 2016.
- Microsoft and Activision, who subcontract Lionbridge, have been urged to uphold labor standards.