Facts
The case of Eads Transfer, Inc., talks about a company that was involved in moving and storage of products. It was not a big company and its representative was the General Teamsters, Chauffeurs and Helpers Union.
After the expiration of the CBA, both sides wanted to renew the agreement but there were some difficulties that came into existence. The refusal of workers to take their place on the job caused Eads to hire some temporary workers. After the strike has been going on for 10 months there were some workers from the union who offered to resume their work.
Eads did not respond in any way to the request. There was another attempt of the employees to return to work after the next two months passed but still, they have received no answer. The final result was Eads’ requirement that CBA has to be renewed; otherwise they will not be able to return to work. ULP was filed against the company by the union of workers.
Issue: Were the actions of both parties justified? Did Eads behave in a proper way by not bending to the requests of the workers and not responding, ensuring the possible resumption of communication? Also, what were the demands of the workers and was it their right to refuse work? As they had the union, it would speak on their behalf and so, it is crucial to consider if the requested changes were approved by all the workers and union parties.
Rules
In a case such as this, Civil Law is used to find any injustice that was done by any party. It offers and regulates the laws that are attributed to each party and their interests. It is based on a legal duty that one party has towards another, after there is a contract or agreement of the mutual services. In some instances, criminal law will get involved, in which case both types of charges will be taken to court. The final decision rests on the court and is binding.
Compare/Contrast
In the case of Eads, it has the responsibility to provide a safe and equal work environment to all people. It must be free of discrimination, hate and any other crimes against a person. Also, the conditions of proper industrial and work conditions must be met. The primary agreement that was made must be maintained and any changes discussed with the employees.
The workers, in turn, must provide proper adherence to policies, procedures and requirements set out by the employer. If there are any irregular behaviors, the employer has the right to disciplinary action and termination. The refusal of employees to work for Eads means that there were some irregularities and people demanded to be understood and policies changed. The inability of Eads to compromise, led to significant displeasement and eventually, a lawsuit.
Conclusion
The Civil Law is one of the most significant pieces of legislature that allows people the freedom and opportunity to work in proper conditions and with an equal right. It is one of the most basic principles that people have, as the majority of population goes to work and needs the employment to provide for themselves and their families. It is important to make sure that the agreement made between workers and the company is fair and beneficial for both sides.