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Can we terminate the individual who is responsible for organizing a union petition and discipline those who signed it?
All employees have the right to engage in protected concerted activity, and an employer who decides to discipline and/or terminate when an employee exerts his or her right should think twice.

Can we terminate the individual who is responsible for organizing a union petition and discipline those who signed it?
All employees have the right to engage in protected concerted activity, and an employer who decides to discipline and/or terminate when an employee exerts his or her right should think twice.

We are an employment-at-will employer. Can we include employment-at-will statements in our policies for union employees?
You could do so but please remember that such policies might not apply to union employees.

We are an employment-at-will employer. Can we include employment-at-will statements in our policies for union employees?
You could do so but please remember that such policies might not apply to union employees.

We are an employment-at-will employer. Can we include employment-at-will statements in our policies for union employees?
You could do so but please remember that such policies might not apply to union employees.

Can employers form employee participation committees without violating the NLRA?
While not every employee involvement committee formed by an employer will be considered to be a labor organization as defined by the NLRA, employers should be cautious when forming such employee involvement groups.

Are all types of strikes protected under the National Labor Relations Act?
An employee’s right to strike is a critical component of the right to organize but is not without limitations.

Are all types of strikes protected under the National Labor Relations Act?
An employee’s right to strike is a critical component of the right to organize but is not without limitations.

How are union campaigns initiated?
Union campaigns can be initiated by an employee or by a union organizer. Unions sometimes target specific industries or companies.

How are union campaigns initiated?
Union campaigns can be initiated by an employee or by a union organizer.