Wildcat Strike
/ˈwaɪldkæt straɪk/
Definitions
- (n.) A strike action undertaken by workers without union authorization or approval, typically considered illegal or unauthorized under labor law or union rules.
The company faced significant disruption due to a wildcat strike initiated by employees without union consent.
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- wildcat strikes
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Commentary
Wildcat strikes often pose challenges in collective bargaining and may lead to legal consequences due to their unauthorized nature.
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