Charges against UAW thrown out by NLRB

An important neutrality agreement has been recognized by the labor relations board. An unfair labor practice charge filed by a group called the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation against the United Auto Workers and auto parts maker Dana Corporation was thrown out by the NLRB late last week. The UAW and Dana have a neutrality agreement that allows workers to decide whether or not they are in favor of union representation. If the majority of workers in a Dana facility sign union cards, then the company will recognize the UAW. The Right to Work attorneys claimed Dana illegally bargained with the union before workers had a chance to vote. The board said it found no instances of illegal bargaining.