‘Just cause’ firings: How does a union contract come into play?
Q. Regarding the question from Jan. 23 ("Can I discipline a worker for poor monthly sales numbers?"), why does it matter if there is a union contract in place or not? Please explain the difference between the two. The union contract states that in order for a member to be disciplined, the company must have just cause, I don’t feel it is the company's burden of proof to show its numbers are right. Is that wrong? -- Anonymous
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