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Many workers in non-union workplaces have contacted us looking
for a Union to help them and their families have better lives.
Many ask the same basic questions -- we will try to answer them
below.
Q: Can I be discharged or suspended for union activity?
A: If an employer improperly discharges, suspends or demotes an
employee for union
activity, the employee can obtain reinstatement
without loss of seniority and with back
pay plus 6%.
Q: Can my employer threaten me if I want to join the
Union?
A: The employer cannot threaten or penalize any employee in any
manner because he or
she supports the union.
Q: Who will run my Union if we organize?
A: You and your fellow workers run the Union. Since you
elect your own Local
officers, you run your own Local Union
affairs, you make the decisions on your Union
contract, you elect
your International Union officers and you decide by majority vote
the
policies of your Local Union. See How
a Union Works for more details.
Q: Will the workers have help with grievances?
A: Your International Union International typically has experienced service officers in each
state who will help your Local with grievance issues.
Q: Is an employer with a Union more likely to go out of
business than an employer
without a Union?
A: The answer is NO -- Unionized companies are more profitable and
get better results
because of a Union.
Q: What are the advantages of being in a Union?
A: There are many advantages. Here are just a few --
Union members enjoy much
higher wages than non-unionized employees,
Union members have excellent healthcare
benefits (most of which are
fully paid the employer), and Union members have excellent
retirement
plans. See The Union Advantage
and Union Benefits for more details
Q: Will my family benefit from my being in the Union?
A: Yes, not only will Union members and their families enjoy higher
wages, benefits and job
security, but the Union itself usually offers
scholarships to children of members, the Union
offers better mortgage
rates for home loans and a Mastercard with lower rates.
The Union
also provides its members with insurance plans to benefit the whole
family.
If you have more questions, use the Contact
page to e-mail us and we'll get back to you a soon as possible.
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