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In Ohio, like anywhere else, employment plays a main role in people’s lives. Employment is a vital part of society and Ohio labor laws equalize the bargaining power between employer and employees in order to maintain a balance and satisfying environment for society.

Union affiliation of employed wage and s

Beginning in January 2003, data reflect revised population controls used in the household survey. Data refer to the sole or principal job of full- and part-time workers exluded are all self-employed workers regardless of whether in Ohio
Total Employed 2003. 5,100
Total Members of unions 850
Percent of Employed 16.7
Total Employed Represented by Unions 923
Persent Total Employed 2004 18.1
Total Employed 2004. 4,998
Total Members of unions 759
Percent of Employed 15.2
Total Employed Represented by Unions 820
Persent of Total Employed 2004 16.4

Source: U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics

Labor laws in Ohio primarily regulate the relationship between employers and unions and grant employees the rights to engage in certain activities, such as strikes, to have their demands fulfilled. Ohio workers rely on labor laws to rectify unfair employment practices. Our Ohio labor law lawyers have dealt with various cases protecting each worker's and employer’s rights in order to maintain a fair relationship between both parties.

Our Ohio labor law lawyers specialize in all aspects of labor law and possess solid knowledge concerning:

  • Arbitration / grievances / mediation
  • Business immigration
  • Collective bargaining
  • Discrimination law
  • Employment agreements
  • Employment class action defense
  • Employment counseling
  • Employment litigation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Labor relations
  • Occupational safety & health
  • OFCCP
  • Strike support
  • Supervisor training
  • Workplace security
  • Wrongful discharge

Maintaining an equal and fair employee/employer relationship should be in everybody’s interest. If you have any questions, or if you are concerned that one of your rights as a Ohio worker or employer has been violated, contact one of our Ohio labor law lawyers immediately.

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Labor Dept. Expands Overtime Laws

AUDIO, RM, 44Kbps, 4:09, 4/20/2004


The Bush administration releases new rules governing which employees have the right to receive overtime pay. While not as far-reaching as some lawmakers had desired, the central revision raises the threshold for overtime from workers earning $65,000 to those making $100,000.
Source: NPR



News

News about Labor Law cases in Ohio and nationwide:

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Labor Department Recognizes 5th Anniversary of the Energy Workers Compensation Program

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OSHA Fines Company $138,200 For Workplace Safety Violations

CLEVELAND -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed $138,200 in fines against Florand Co.... Read more >

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Employment Topics

  • Collective Bargaining
  • Discrimination law
  • Employment Agreements
  • Employment Litigation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Labor relations
  • Mediation
  • Occupational safety & health
  • OFCCP
  • Strike Support
  • Wrongful Discharge

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Employment Terms

Securities

Paper certificates (definitive securities) or electronic records (book-entry securities) evidencing ownership of equity (stocks) or debt obligations (bonds).

Revenue

Payments received by businesses from selling goods and services.

National Labor Relations Act

This act once guaranteed workers the freedom to form unions without employer interference. Today, however, this guarantee is not given any more.

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