An Introduction to Labor Law

by Michael Evan Gold

An Introduction to Labor Law is a useful and course-tested primer that explains the basic principles of the federal law regulating the relationship of employers to labor unions. In this updated third edition, which features a new introduction, Michael Evan Gold discusses the law that applies to union organizing and representation elections, the duty to bargain in good faith, economic weapons such as strikes and lockouts, and the enforcement of collective bargaining agreements. Gold describes the structure and functions of the National Labor Relations Board and of the federal courts in regard to labor cases and also presents a number of legal issues presently in contention between labor and management.

Genres: Law, Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1989

Reviews

[Aidan]

Interesting read, that at times was kind of dry. Anyone interested in learning about labor law, and union organizing should probably pick up a copy of the book.

[Miki Hodge]

Informative

[Josh Komarovsky]

Good but cursory intro to labor law. Very accessible

[Mark Fuller]

This book is a concise summary of labor law. This was a great book for union officers to read, especially young officers. It will help them understand how much of the world they can try to change. Union members should also read this book so that expectations can be realistically set. It is a quick read and will have a place on my go shelf.

[Simon]

An excellent primer to Labor Law. It reminded me how unfair the current Labor Laws are to the worker. Almost got five stars.