How soon after joining a union can I get help?

A. Then you may not be eligible for any legal assistance even if you join now. UNISON rule states that “the member must have been in membership of the union for at least 4 weeks prior to the member knowing that she/he had need of legal assistance and seeks legal assistance from the union”.

When to seek a union labor law attorney?

Union Labor Law attorneys also handle additional issues such as day-to-day union operations, union elections, union record keeping, and other various human resources concerns. Unions also typically seek out union labor law attorneys when facing employer downsizing, employer relocations or closings, and bankruptcies. Find My Lawyer Now!

Why are many lawyers ” take on the Union “?

It isn’t the case that lawyers are unwilling to assist against unions or unionized employers; rather, in the majority of such cases there isn’t much a lawyer can do.

Can a non-union employee sue an employer?

I’ve noted before that civil actions against employers are only available to non-union personnel, and the vast majority of claims to be made against a unionized employer has to be made through the union. (Put simply: You can’t hire a lawyer to sue your employer when you’re unionized .)

What happens if an employer asks for union information?

Anything short of this may lead to an unfair labor practice finding against the employer.

What to do if you are unhappy with your union?

Union members who are unhappy with the representation they’re being provided by their union will sometimes seek outside legal advice. In doing so, they should first understand the implications of taking that step and the limited role an outside lawyer may have. Your union is your legal representative in your employment relationship.

Can a union member seek outside legal advice?

A union member is, of course, generally free to seek outside (independent) legal advice if he or she so chooses. However, this is a cost which will be borne entirely by that person (above and beyond payment of union dues).

Is it illegal for a union to treat you in a bad way?

It is illegal for a union to treat you in ways that are: or in bad faith (e.g., a union official fails to respond to your complaint just because he/she doesn’t like you). If you feel that the union has treated you in one of these three ways and has breached its duty of fair representation, you may bring legal action against it.