Labor dispute escalates after Queens public defender group unionizes
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The new staff union filed a retaliation complaint with the NLRB.
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Queens public defender group votes to unionize
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The NLRB certified the results of the union vote by Queens Defenders staff Thursday.
Read MoreAnti-union stance has deep roots for head of Queens public defender group
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“This goes back 25 years in history about what the consequences could be for my office with the city given that we are joining the Legal Aid union.”
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“I have no doubt I was fired for my public support of the union.”
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A majority of workers signed union cards Dec. 16.
Read MoreAttorneys and social workers vote to unionize Queens public defender agency
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“The goal is to preserve health and safety at this time — better working conditions, fair representation and a higher standard of representation.”
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