Ill. labor union, county employer reach agreement

A late-night agreement by labor leaders and public employees in Will County, Ill., on Dec. 4 put an end to a general strike that had entered its third week.

Approximately half of the county's workers were on strike during the 16-day period, according to The Associated Press. Of the 1,000 workers who walked out, 30 were determined by federal powers to be essential employees and had to return to work. An additional 300 came back to their positions before the strike was over, according to The Chicago Sun-Times.

The three major issues at stake were wage increases tied to inflation and the cost of living as well as health insurance pay structures. One employee on strike told The Sun Times that Will County employees enjoy their jobs and want to return, but needed to get fair compensation and affordable health care.

The employees returned to their jobs on Dec. 5 after an official ratification vote by the union, according to The Sun Times.

When issues as complex as labor disagreements and essential employees working while others in the same department do not arise, careful and correct time and attendance software is necessary to maintain proper records.


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