Asked by Christiana Deverse on Sep 29, 2024
In situations where gross misconduct calls the results of a representation election into question, a Gissel bargaining order may be issued to:
A) Prohibit a union from acting as the employees' exclusive representative even if they have "won" the representation election.
B) Require an employer to negotiate with a union even though the election results do not support representation.
C) Require that a new representation election be held.
D) Declare the employer the winner of the election.
Gissel Bargaining Order
A remedy ordered by courts or labor boards requiring an employer to recognize and bargain with a union, typically after unfair labor practices have been committed.
Representation Election
A formal vote by employees to determine whether they wish to be represented by a union in dealings with their employer.
- Investigate the rights and legal safeguards provided to employees and employers by the National Labor Relations Act.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the rights and legal safeguards provided to employees and employers by the National Labor Relations Act.