A union is an organization that represents employees and deals with management on all issues concerning wages, benefits, and conditions of employment. This gives you, the employees, the power of MANY … not simply the power of ONE.

No! Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act protects your rights to form, join, or assist in forming a union at your workplace. The law protects your rights and ensures that you will not be treated disparately for your union activity. You are allowed to discuss the union while you are on break or off the clock and the person or persons you are discussing the union with are on break or off the clock as well.

A contract between your employer and you, the employee, would spell out the terms of your employment, what is expected from you, and what you can expect from them. Right now, your employer is under NO obligation to you. Job descriptions, wages, benefits, etc. can change at any moment with or without notice. Check your handbook! With a union contract, these benefits would be guaranteed in writing! This legally binding agreement provides for a fairer workplace, and a more secure lifestyle for you and your family.