The Dynamics of Labor Relations

Content Summary Overview

Identify and explain the principal federal laws that provide the framework for labor relations.
Explain the reasons employees join unions.
Describe the process by which unions organize employees and gain recognition as their bargaining agent.
Discuss the bargaining process and the bargaining goals and strategies of a union and an employer.
Differentiate the forms of bargaining power that a union and an employer may utilize to enforce their bargaining demands.
Describe a typical union grievance procedure and explain the basis for arbitration awards.
Discuss some of the contemporary challenges to labor organizations.

Government Regulation of Labor Relations

The Railway Labor Act (RLA) of 1926
Purpose of the act is to avoid service interruptions resulting from disputes between railroads and their operating unions.
National Mediation Board
National Railway Adjustment Board
The Norris-LaGuardia Act of 1932
Restricts the ability of employers to obtain an injunction against unions for their lawful activities.
The Wagner Act (National Labor Relations Act) of 1935
Protects employee rights to organize and bargain collectively through representatives of their choice.
Created the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to govern labor relations in the United States.
Holds secret ballot union representation elections.
Prevents and remedies unfair labor practices.

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