Labor Law

This course examines the American system of collective bargaining, its value, its process, and the substantive law which regulates it and the parties. Examination will include how and why unions are selected and the methods of employer resistance, the negotiation process, and the administration of the resulting collective bargaining contracts, including arbitration. The use of self-help devices such as strikes, picketing and boycotts also will be covered. The conduct of the process is regulated by the National Labor Relations Board which regulates conduct by controlling unfair labor practices and supervises elections for unions.