Issue 1: Did the employer refuse to bargain with the union and therefore interfere with employees rights in violation of RCW 41.80.110 (a)and(e) by subcontracting clutch repair work without providing an opportunity for bargaining?

Issue 2: Did the employer circumvent the union through direct dealing with employees represented by the union?

The Examiner concludes that the employer did violate RCW 41.80.110(a) and (e) by not providing the opportunity to bargain regarding the subcontracting of bargaining unit work and by direct dealing with employees and did then subsequently interfere with employees rights.

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By: Claire Nickleberry, Examiner
March 31, 2008

Edward E. Younglove III, for the union.
Patricia A. Thompson, for the employer.

Case 20815-U-06-05305

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