1. What is the great motivator of labor relations contract negotiations agreement-and why is it a great motivator?
2. Discuss the five major employer unfair labor practices enumerated in the Wagner Act and comment on the NLRB's and the courts' success in interpreting them.
3. It has been said that it is by sheer coincidence that all major periods of union growth, excepting only wartime ones, have been marked by widespread job insecurity. Discuss, with specifics.
4. "The signing of the collective bargaining agreement does not mean that union-management relations are terminated until the next negotiation over contract terms." What does this statement mean? As part of your answer, be sure to demonstrate your understanding of what the contract is meant to do-and what it cannot do.
5. Suppose you are hired as a consultant by a management and union because their grievance procedure has not been working well. What would you investigate to determine why this has occurred and what would you recommend to improve the procedure?