Legal Definitions - nonunion

The term "nonunion" describes something that is not associated with, does not belong to, or is not produced by a labor union.

• Not affiliated with a labor union (person or entity):

  This refers to an individual worker who has not joined a labor union, or an organization that does not have a collective bargaining agreement with a union.

  • Example: A graphic designer working as a freelancer for various clients is typically a nonunion worker because their employment status does not involve membership in a labor organization.

    Explanation: This illustrates an individual who is not a member of a labor union, fitting the definition of a person not affiliated with such an organization.

  • Example: A newly established tech company, which has not had its employees vote to form or join a union, operates as a nonunion workplace.

    Explanation: This example shows an entity (the workplace) that is not affiliated with a labor union, as there is no collective bargaining agreement in place.

• Not favoring labor unions (a stance or policy):

  This describes a position, belief, or policy that is opposed to or does not support the formation or activities of labor unions.

  • Example: During a public debate about workers' rights, a particular politician expressed a strong nonunion stance, arguing that individual negotiation is more effective than collective bargaining.

    Explanation: This demonstrates a belief or position held by an individual that does not favor labor unions.

• Not made by labor-union members (a product or service):

  This refers to goods or services produced in facilities or by workers who are not represented by a labor union.

  • Example: A clothing brand might advertise its products as being of nonunion manufacture, indicating that the garments were produced in factories where the employees are not part of a labor union.

    Explanation: This illustrates a product that was created without the involvement of unionized labor, fitting the description of something not made by labor-union members.