Employment Law

Collective Bargaining Attorney in Virginia

Collective bargaining is a process by which unions and management negotiate contracts and determine terms of employment. Before engaging in this process, we highly encourage you to hire a collective bargaining attorney in Virginia, whether you are on the employee or employer side.

 

What is Collective Bargaining?

 

Collective bargaining is a process in which employees work with their unions to negotiate contracts with their employers. It is often used to determine things like pay, benefits, hours, leave, job health and safety policies, and more. Collective bargaining helps solve workplace issues and gives working people higher wages, better benefits, and safer workplaces.

 

Railway Labor Act

 

In the U.S., around 75% of private sector workers and 66% of public employees have the right to collective bargaining. This right comes from a series of laws that began with the Railway Labor Act. This act granted collective bargaining to railroad workers in 1926 and now it covers many transportation workers like those on airlines.

 

In 1935, the National Labor Relations Act clarified the bargaining rights of most other private sector workers. It also established collective bargaining as the policy of the United States. The right to collective bargaining is also recognized by the international human rights convention.

 

What Does a Collective Bargaining Attorney Do?

 

The attorneys at Cook, Craig, and Francuzenko assist many clients with collective bargaining agreements. We are experienced in a range of industries like:

 

  • Construction
  • Service
  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation
  • The Public Sector

 

Schedule a Consultation with Collective Bargaining Attorney in Virginia

 

Our attorneys have the experience and knowledge needed to help unions protect their employees’ rights in the workplace. We can streamline the negotiation process and allow you to avoid future misconceptions or ambiguity.

 

Contact Cook, Craig, and Francuzenko today to schedule a consultation.

John C. Cook

Recent Posts

Recovering Damages for an Auto Accident in Virginia

How can I recover damages for an auto accident in Virginia? Auto accidents are scary…

5 days ago

Do Non-Competes Hold Up in Court in Virginia

If you have been asked to sign a non-compete agreement, you likely have questions. What…

1 week ago

How to Get Wages Paid in Virginia

If your employer fails to pay you, they may be in violation of the Virginia…

3 weeks ago

How to Stop Sexual Harassment in the Workplace in Virginia

If you are experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace in Virginia, you should immediately report…

4 weeks ago

Do I Need a Wrongful Termination Attorney in Fairfax

If you feel that you lost your job for an unlawful reason, you may be…

1 month ago

Can I Travel During FMLA Leave in Virginia?

If you are contemplating FMLA leave, you may be wondering if you can travel or…

1 month ago