Weingarten Rights

If you are called to a disciplinary meeting, or a meeting you think might result in disciplinary action, you have the right to union representation. That means you have the right to have your shop steward with you. Read them your Weingarten Rights:

"If this discussion could in any way lead to my being disciplined or terminated, or affect my personal working conditions, I respectfully request that my union representative or steward be present at this meeting. If this discussion could lead to my being disciplined and you deny my request for representation, I choose not to answer any questions."

In 1975, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled, in the Weingarten Decision, that an employee is entitled to have a union representative present during any interview which may result in his or her discipline. It is up to you to insist on union representation. If you fail to do so, you may waive your rights.