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In Missouri, like anywhere else, employment plays a main role in people’s lives. Employment is a vital part of society and Missouri 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 Missouri
Total Employed 2003. 2,546
Total Members of unions 336
Percent of Employed 13.2
Total Employed Represented by Unions 363
Persent Total Employed 2004 14.2
Total Employed 2004. 2,546
Total Members of unions 315
Percent of Employed 12.4
Total Employed Represented by Unions 357
Persent of Total Employed 2004 14

Source: U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics

Labor laws in Missouri 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. Missouri workers rely on labor laws to rectify unfair employment practices. Our Missouri 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 Missouri 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 Missouri worker or employer has been violated, contact one of our Missouri labor law lawyers immediately.

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Missouri Audio


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 Missouri and nationwide:

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2005 Labor Budget Will Enhance Labor Law Enforcement

WASHINGTON—U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) officials said today they will continue to focus on targeted enforcement and on compliance assistance to ... 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

NLRA

Also referred to as Wagner Act, this was the first substantial effort by the federal government to reshape the balance of power between labor and management in the U.S.

Unions

Unions are organizations of workers to improve their working conditions and protect their common interest.

Price supports

Federal assistance provided to farmers to help them deal with such unfavorable factors as bad weather and overproduction.

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