Defending Against Unfair Discipline Using Just Cause

Defending Against Unfair Discipline Using Just Cause

There’s a saying in the labor movement: “With a union, your boss can’t fire you without just cause. But without a union, your boss can fire you just ‘cause.” So what is just cause? Just cause is one of the most important parts of a union contract and marks a major...
35 Things Your Boss CANNOT Do

35 Things Your Boss CANNOT Do

Federal labor law protects you from harassment, intimidation and bullying by your employer. Here are 35 things your boss CANNOT do: 1. Attend any union meeting, park across the street from the hall or engage in any undercover activity which would indicate that the...
2021 Virginia Voter Guide: Election Day is November 2nd!

2021 Virginia Voter Guide: Election Day is November 2nd!

An important message from UFCW Local 400 President Mark Federici: We are committed to championing democracy both in the workplace and at the ballot box. Early voting has already begun in Virginia and we are in the process of casting our ballots for Governor,...
UFCW Locals Demand Hazard Pay Negotiations at Giant

UFCW Locals Demand Hazard Pay Negotiations at Giant

Earlier this week, Giant announced a one-time “appreciation” bonus in the amount of $300 for full-timers and $150 for part-timers. The bonuses will appear in the first November paychecks of all hourly associates hired by September 22, 2020 and actively employed...