Labor Unions and Relevance

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This paper discusses unions and labor relations in general in the context of the contemporary work environment. Particularly, the role of unions in contract negotiations, grievance procedures, and collective bargaining, is examined. The conclusion drawn from this research is that although unions can and do serve many useful and constructive purposes, they have collectively failed to adapt to the globalized, competitive economy in which most employees find themselves in.

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"Labor unions are defined as groups of organized workers who have joined together in order to obtain greater advantages and benefits, as well as protections, in the workplace. Chaison and Bigelow (2002) describe unions as being legitimate bodies of organized laborers who have unified in order to gain advantage in the collective bargaining process. Although the size and influence of union membership has declined in recent decades, they are still a major force in many industries and in many organizations, most especially in manufacturing. Union relevance today is primarily related to labor relations and collective bargaining agreements: "For many years organized labor has lobbied for workplace welfare measures--for example, overtime pay and workers' compensation for job-related injuries and illnesses--and many of them have been instituted by legislation" (Edwards & Fuess, 2003, para.9). Clearly, unions have shifted from a protective role in their formative years during the..."

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