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In Montana, like anywhere else, employment plays a main role in people’s lives. Employment is a vital part of society and Montana labor laws equalize the bargaining power between employer and employees in order to maintain a balance and satisfying environment for society.

Union affiliation of employed wage and s

Beginning in January 2003, data reflect revised population controls used in the household survey. Data refer to the sole or principal job of full- and part-time workers exluded are all self-employed workers regardless of whether in Montana
Total Employed 2003. 360
Total Members of unions 50
Percent of Employed 14
Total Employed Represented by Unions 54
Persent Total Employed 2004 14.9
Total Employed 2004. 366
Total Members of unions 43
Percent of Employed 11.7
Total Employed Represented by Unions 46
Persent of Total Employed 2004 12.6

Source: U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics

Labor laws in Montana primarily regulate the relationship between employers and unions and grant employees the rights to engage in certain activities, such as strikes, to have their demands fulfilled. Montana workers rely on labor laws to rectify unfair employment practices. Our Montana labor law lawyers have dealt with various cases protecting each worker's and employer’s rights in order to maintain a fair relationship between both parties.

Our Montana labor law lawyers specialize in all aspects of labor law and possess solid knowledge concerning:

  • Arbitration / grievances / mediation
  • Business immigration
  • Collective bargaining
  • Discrimination law
  • Employment agreements
  • Employment class action defense
  • Employment counseling
  • Employment litigation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Labor relations
  • Occupational safety & health
  • OFCCP
  • Strike support
  • Supervisor training
  • Workplace security
  • Wrongful discharge

Maintaining an equal and fair employee/employer relationship should be in everybody’s interest. If you have any questions, or if you are concerned that one of your rights as a Montana worker or employer has been violated, contact one of our Montana labor law lawyers immediately.

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Montana Audio


Labor Dept. Expands Overtime Laws

AUDIO, RM, 44Kbps, 4:09, 4/20/2004


The Bush administration releases new rules governing which employees have the right to receive overtime pay. While not as far-reaching as some lawmakers had desired, the central revision raises the threshold for overtime from workers earning $65,000 to those making $100,000.
Source: NPR



News

News about Labor Law cases in Montana and nationwide:

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U.S. Labor Department Halts Rockville

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Employment Topics

  • Collective Bargaining
  • Discrimination law
  • Employment Agreements
  • Employment Litigation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Labor relations
  • Mediation
  • Occupational safety & health
  • OFCCP
  • Strike Support
  • Wrongful Discharge

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Employment Terms

Uniformity of the rule's application

It is unlawful to apply rules to singled-out individuals only. Inconsistencies in rule applications violate the Just-Cause context of employer and employee.

Bond

A certificate reflecting a firm's promise to pay the holder a periodic interest payment until the date of maturity and a fixed sum of money on the designated maturing date.

Unions

Unions are organizations of workers to improve their working conditions and protect their common interest.

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