Right to Work

/ˈraɪt tə wɜrk/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A statutory or constitutional entitlement allowing employees to work without being compelled to join or pay dues to a labor union.
    The state enacted a right to work law prohibiting mandatory union membership as a condition of employment.

Forms

  • right to work

Commentary

In drafting, clarify whether 'right to work' pertains to statutory prohibitions on union membership requirements or more broadly to employment entitlements to avoid ambiguity.

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