Final or Fast? The Tension Between Precedent and Procedure in Labor Arbitrations
An examination of the implications of using precedent – prior decisions – to resolve future disputes, particularly for the U.S. Postal Service.
U.S. Postal Service
Current challenges and recent developments in four industries 2. Arbitration and labor relations in the Postal Service:What does the future hold?
A panel discussion about developments in the Postal Service and its Unions, and what the parties expect of arbitrators.
Arbitration and labor relations in the Postal Service:What does the future hold?
A panel discussion by US Postal Service management and officers of the labor unions representing its workforce. Topics include the expectations they have of arbitrators,… Read More »Arbitration and labor relations in the Postal Service:What does the future hold?
Labor relations in the Postal Service: A process in disrepair
APWU President Burrus discusses the state of labor relations in the Postal Service, and offers recommendations for improvement.
Postal Service / Letter Carriers: Progress and challenges
William H. Young, Vice President of the NALC, discusses the new USPS-NALC dispute resolution process.
Reminiscences:Clark Kerr
Clark Kerr discusses his career, including his service on the War Labor Board during World War II, creation of the Industrial Relations Institute of the… Read More »Reminiscences:Clark Kerr
When arbitration is not the answer: Problem-solving approaches to today’s workplace: When neutrals confront cases of workplace violence.
The author describes the dilemmas posed by potentially dangerous employees, and proposes measures that can be taken to address and remedy the dangers. Recommendations are… Read More »When arbitration is not the answer: Problem-solving approaches to today’s workplace: When neutrals confront cases of workplace violence.
Arbitration in specific environments: The Postal Service
Arbitrator Williams provides an overview of the evolution of arbitration in the U.S. Postal Service. He points out the accomplishments of the panels and lists… Read More »Arbitration in specific environments: The Postal Service
Expedited Arbitration: 4. U.S. Postal Service — a union prospective
A discussion of the adoption of expedited arbitration as a permanent feature under the agreement between the Postal Service and the APWU. Expedited arbitration is… Read More »Expedited Arbitration: 4. U.S. Postal Service — a union prospective
Expedited Arbitration: 3. U.S. Postal Service — a management view
A review of the development of collective bargaining and arbitration under the Postal Reorganization Act of 1970, between the Post Office Department and its major… Read More »Expedited Arbitration: 3. U.S. Postal Service — a management view