Auto Workers Strikes: 7 Points for US Employers' In-house Counsel

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As auto workers went on strike on September 15, what should in-house counsel at US employers keep in mind?

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  1. Know the union landscape.
  2. Prepare for negotiations.
  3. Consider WARN requirements.
  4. Understand under what circumstances reductions in force and lock-outs may be allowed.
  5. Consider applicable prohibitions on measures impacting visa holders.
  6. Learn about recent case law allowing employers to bring tort claims under state law.
  7. Consider the impact on global supply chains and review contractual implications.

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