What constitutes a valid certification election?
For a certification election to be valid, at least a majority of all eligible voters in the unit must cast votes.
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When is a run-off election conducted?
A run-off election between the top two unions occurs if no choice gets a majority among three or more options.
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When is a certification election automatically conducted in an unorganized establishment?
A certification election is automatically conducted in an unorganized establishment whenever a legitimate labor organization files a petition.
Can an employer oppose a petition for a certification election?
Employers are legally considered mere bystanders and have absolutely no right to oppose a petition for a certification election.
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What is the first step when a party desires to negotiate a collective bargaining agreement?
To start collective bargaining, a party must serve a written notice of proposals, and the recipient must reply within ten days.
What happens if differences arise during the initial notice and reply phase of collective bargaining?
If differences arise from the bargaining notice and reply, either party can request a conference to begin within ten days.
Does the Board have the power to force parties to attend conciliation meetings?
The Board can issue subpoenas to force parties to attend conciliation meetings, and they must participate fully and promptly.
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Does the duty to bargain collectively mean a party is forced to make concessions?
Bargaining collectively requires meeting in good faith to negotiate, but it never forces any party to agree or make concessions.
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Can a party terminate a collective bargaining agreement during its lifetime?
Neither party can legally terminate or modify a collective bargaining agreement during its originally agreed lifetime.
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When can a party serve notice to modify an expiring collective bargaining agreement?
A written notice to modify the CBA can be served 60 days before expiration, during which the status quo must remain.
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