New York City workers should know that the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) has certain rules that require those taking part of amendments to the program. With ERISA, workers have a pension and health plan that protects them. A major part of it,...
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Contractor faces judgment in dispute with labor union
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Nov 23, 2017 | Union Representation
New York City is a hotbed for the construction of glossy, expensive construction projects and landmark buildings. These building will often house notable companies and entities. One sticking point that is often a problem for the owners of these valuable pieces of land...
Two New York news sites join labor union
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Nov 3, 2017 | Union Representation
Some New York employees who seek to join a union meet resistance from the employer. This does not automatically mean that they will not be able to join. To have union representation when there is a disagreement whether the employer will allow it, it is sometimes...
Union members protest charter school changes to teaching rules
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Oct 27, 2017 | Union Representation
Unions are in place to protect workers and help them be compensated fairly and receive all the benefits they are supposed to. New Yorkers who are in a labor union should be aware of all that the union does for them in ensuring that employers adhere to labor law. One...
Turning a grievance into a win
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Aug 31, 2017 | Union Representation
Unions fight for the rights of members. These rights are spelled out in the collective bargaining agreement. When these rights are trampled or ignored, a grievance must be filed.That's where Law goes to work. Our attorneys represent unions...
Labor union representing rail workers threatens strike
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Aug 31, 2017 | Union Representation
For New York workers in any job, one of the most powerful levers they have in ensuring that they are treated fairly with employee benefits and other issues is their ability to strike. In turn, the union must represent the interests of all union members to maximize...
Injunction sought by UFT after union members fired from school
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Aug 9, 2017 | Union Representation
Even unions that are perceived to be exceedingly strong need to have legal representation to ensure that their rights are adhered to. Some of the more powerful unions in New York include law enforcement and teachers. When there is a dispute over some issue related to...
Legal assistance is key for collective bargaining in New York
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Aug 4, 2017 | Union Representation
Even New York State workers who are part of a union and the union itself will need to be protected when contract negotiations are underway. Union representation is a vital part of workers being treated fairly and protected, but if there are mistakes made when...
Important points about COBRA in New York
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Jul 21, 2017 | Union Representation
One of the most important benefits that an employee can have when working is health coverage. The ongoing debate in government as to how health benefits will be dealt with hammers home the point as to how much of a hot button issue this is. Union members should be...
Understanding union member rights
On Behalf of Pitta LLP | Apr 12, 2017 | Union Representation
There are many benefits to joining a union. Workers in New York and elsewhere understand what a union stands for, but they many not fully understand how far their rights extend. The Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act afford union members certain rights....
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