Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchEpisode 30: Defeating CCA discipline. putting the pieces of the puzzle together
This episode is about defending City Carrier Assistants (CCAs) facing disciplinary action by the United States Postal Service. Corey emphasizes tha…
4 years, 11 months ago
Episode 29: M-01967, Kingsport TN and Arbitration C-34197. A HUGE WIN FOR THE NALC AND ESCALATED MONETARY AWARDS
Corey enthusiastically details a federal court decision (M-01967) that upholds the right of the union to seek escalated monetary awards, also referre…
4 years, 11 months ago
Episode 28: Just cause principle: Was the disciplinary action taken in a timely manner? Another head scratcher
This podcast episode focuses on the fifth of six "just cause" principles in labor arbitration: "Was the disciplinary action taken in a timely manner?…
4 years, 11 months ago
Episode 27: Just cause principle: Was the severity of the discipline reasonably related to the infraction itself and in line with that usually administered, as well as to the seriousness of the employees past record? A thinking Man/Woman's provision.
This episode continues the discussion of "just cause" principles in labor arbitration. Corey is focusing on the third of six sub-questions related to…
4 years, 11 months ago
Episode 26: Just cause principle: Was a thorough investigation completed? a very detailed journey through this principle.
This episode focuses on the fourth of six "just cause" principles in labor arbitration, emphasizing that a complete investigation encompasses more th…
5 years ago
Episode 25: Just cause principle; Is the rule consistently and equitably enforced? The obliterator of discipline
This episode is about the third of six "just cause" principles in labor arbitration. Corey focuses on the principle of "Is the rule consistently an…
5 years ago
Episode 24: Just cause principle: Is The Rule A Reasonable Rule? The ugly duckling of just cause provisions
The second of the “just cause” principles, Corey argues that this often-overlooked aspect is crucial when challenging management actions. They emphas…
5 years ago
Episode 23: Just Cause Principle- Is There A Rule? breaking down this sub-question
Corey emphasizes the importance of starting any grievance process with the "just cause" principles, especially focusing on whether a rule exists that…
5 years, 1 month ago
Episode 22: Article 16.1 getting ready for the just cause principles. Making sure it's the "supervisor" that is doing the work
This podcast episode is about Article 16.1 of the National Agreement which deals with the "just cause" principle for disciplinary actions. Corey expl…
5 years, 1 month ago
Episode 21: Examples of Behavior. public defender or Clarence Darrow. Who are you?
This episode discusses the importance of effectively defending union members facing disciplinary actions. Corey emphasizes the need for shop stewards…
5 years, 1 month ago