Author Question: Does a union have the general democratic right to favor loyal members and disfavor disloyal members ... (Read 135 times)

fox · **on:** Jun 24, 2018

Does a union have the general democratic right to favor loyal members and disfavor disloyal members when negotiating collective bargaining agreements with an employer?

Question 2

Ted's wallet is as empty as his bank account, and he needs 3500 immediately. Fortunately, he has three gold coins that he inherited from his grandfather. Each is worth 2500, but it is Sunday, and the local rare coins store is closed. When approached, Ted's neighbor Andrea agrees to buy the first coin for 2300 . Another neighbor, Cami, agrees to buy the second for 1100 . A final neighbor, Lorne, offers all the money I have on me - 100 for the last coin. Desperate, Ted agrees to the proposal. Which of the deals is supported by consideration?
a. Ted's agreement with Andrea, only
b. Ted's agreements with Andrea and Cami, only
c. All three of the agreements
d. None of the agreements

ngr69 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

No. It is well settled that a union does not have the right to prefer one group over another based on loyalty to the union. When negotiating a collective bargaining agreement, the union has a continuing duty of good faith and fair dealing with all of its members.

Answer to Question 2

.C