An Unfair Labor Practices (ULP) is a labor law violation, committed by either the company or the union. The labor relations statute (National Labor Relations Act or NLRA) creates rights and obligations on the part of the union, the company, and employees. If either the union or the company fails to perform its obligation to the other party, an unfair labor practice charge may be filed. A ULP charge may also be filed if either the union or the company interferes with the rights each has been given under the NLRA.
Threats to employees that they will lose their jobs unless they support the union's activities.
Refusing to process a grievance because an employee has criticized union officers.
Fining employees who have validly resigned from the union for conduct following their resignation.
Since 2014, 5,153 ULPs have been filed against the Teamsters Union for everything from “Threatening Statements” and “Harassment” to "Duty of Fair Representation” and even “Violence/Assaults”.
Knowing how poorly the Teamsters Union treats its own members, is this really who you want to represent you and your future with SYGMA?
Sources: The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc. & www.unionfacts.com
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