In this series of short educational articles, AFSCME Florida discusses the strengths we have through constitutionally protected collective bargaining in Florida and what is at stake in making sure our contracts stay in place.
- Employment at Will - In the United States, employees without a written employment contract generally can be fired for good cause, bad cause, or no cause at all.
- A Fair Grievance Process: No Discipline Without ‘Just Cause’ - Knowing the language and where to look for information will help you be better prepared and more confident in grievance meetings.
- Right to Representation: Proactively Assert Your Weingarten Rights - Unionized employees have the right to have a steward present during a meeting with management when the employee believes the meeting might lead to disciplinary action being taken.
To preserve your contract and voice for fair wages, benefits, job security, safe workplaces and retirement with respect and dignity, go to www.afscmefl.org/join to join your local and make sure your co-workers do the same.