Labor Unions

Workers across America have the right to unionize and fight for better pay and working conditions. In fact, most, if not all, of the legislation created to protect American workers was created because of active labor unions in the 1920s and 30s. During the Industrial Revolution, workers were treated so poorly and faced such dismal working conditions that they began to unionize and rally for legal protection from exploitation.

Unfortunately, modern business in America frowns upon labor unions. In fact, there are a number of ways that companies prevent employees from unionizing. If you have been fired or discriminated against because of your participation in labor unions, you may be eligible for compensation for wage losses and undue emotional suffering. Contact the San Antonio employment lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP at 800-681-6932 to discuss the details of your case.

Ways of Thwarting Unions

Because labor unions pose a threat to the low pay and poor working conditions that allow companies to make huge profits, many companies try to prevent their employees from unionizing. Some tactics used by employers include:

• Threatening union members with termination
• Hiring contract laborers, so that their relationship with their employees is minimal
• Blacklisting union members so that future employers will be aware of their history with labor unions
• Moving their business to another city; consequently, making hundreds of people jobless and harming an entire city’s economy

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Without labor unions, the American workforce would still be at the discretion of big businesses, and many of our rights would not exist. If you have been unfairly treated based on your participation in a labor union, contact the San Antonio employment lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP at 800-681-6932 for the legal representation you deserve.