Strike Staffing (Podcast)

Understanding Strikes

A strike is a temporary cessation of work initiated by employees to protest against their employer, usually due to disagreements over wages, working conditions, or other employment terms. There are several types of strikes, each serving a specific purpose:

• Economic Strikes: Occur when employees seek higher wages or better benefits.
• Unfair Labor Practice Strikes: Arise in response to the employer’s violation of labor laws.
• Recognition Strikes: Intended to pressure the employer into recognizing and negotiating with a union.
• Sympathy Strikes: Initiated in solidarity with workers from another company or industry.
• Wildcat Strikes: Unofficial strikes not authorized by the union.