Starbucks Expands Worker Benefits, but Baristas Are Still Getting Screwed

There's good news and bad news.by Heidi GrooverThe company says the new benefits are thanks to the tax bill. Worker advocates say otherwise. terroa/getty
Starbucks announced today it will increase benefits for workers by expanding parental leave and giving employees new sick time benefits (one hour per 30 hours worked). The company is also promising raises and stock grants.It's big news for workers in Starbucks' corporate offices and its 25,000 stores around the world. But there's still a signif