A group of dedicated workers in Atlantic City is taking their fight to ban smoking in the city’s casinos to a higher court in an effort to protect their health and well-being on the job.
The workers, who are represented by Local 54 of the Unite Here union, have long been pushing for a smoking ban in the city’s casinos, citing the harmful effects of secondhand smoke on their health. Despite their efforts, the casinos have staunchly resisted any attempts to implement such a ban, arguing that it would hurt their business.
But now, the workers are taking their case to the courts in the hopes of finally achieving their goal. According to reports, the workers have filed a lawsuit against the casinos, arguing that the current lack of a smoking ban violates their rights to a safe and healthy work environment.
The workers are being represented by a team of lawyers from the Public Health Law Center, a non-profit organization that advocates for public health policies to protect workers from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke.
In a statement, the workers expressed their frustration with the casinos’ resistance to a smoking ban, stating that they have a right to work in an environment free from the dangers of secondhand smoke. They also pointed out that many other cities and states have successfully implemented smoking bans in their casinos, with no negative impact on business.
The workers are now hoping that the higher court will rule in their favor and finally put an end to smoking in Atlantic City’s casinos. They are determined to fight for their rights and continue to push for a safe and healthy work environment for all employees in the city.
The casinos have yet to respond to the lawsuit, but it is clear that the workers are not backing down in their quest to ban smoking in Atlantic City’s casinos. With the support of the Public Health Law Center and their union, they are prepared to take their fight all the way to the highest court if necessary.
For now, the workers are continuing to work and advocate for their cause, hoping that their efforts will lead to a healthier, smoke-free environment for all employees in Atlantic City’s casinos. Their determination and perseverance serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of standing up for one’s rights and fighting for a safer and healthier workplace.