Jessup Asks the Union to File a Grievance Against His

question 41

Multiple Choice

Jessup asks the union to file a grievance against his employer.The union believes the grievance is without merit and refuses to file it.Jessup claims the union has violated its duty to him as a card-carrying,dues-paying union member.Is he right?

• A) Yes.
• B) Yes, but only if it is later proven that Jessup had a valid claim.
• C) No, provided the union acted in good faith.
• D) No. A union never has an affirmative duty to file a grievance if it does not wish to do so.

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Definitions:

Narcotic

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Ointment

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Prescription

A formal authorization by a licensed medical professional for a patient to obtain, use, or be administered a medication or treatment.

Joint Commission

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