Trade Dispute
/ˈtreɪd dɪˌspjuːt/
Definitions
- (n.) A disagreement or conflict between employers and employees regarding terms of employment, conditions, or workplace rights, often subject to collective bargaining or industrial action.
The union initiated a strike as part of the trade dispute over wage increases.
Forms
- trade dispute
- trade disputes
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Commentary
Trade disputes typically involve negotiations or legal interventions distinct from standard contract disputes; clarity in usage is key to distinguish them from ordinary commercial conflicts.
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