Florida Agreement Between Arbitrator, Union and Company

• Category: Arbitration and Mediation
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-00787BG
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

In this sample form a company and a union agree to retain a certain arbitrator to serve as the regular arbitrator between the company and union, for a term ending on a certain date. A Florida Agreement Between Arbitrator, Union, and Company is a legally binding contract that governs the relationship and resolution process between a labor union, an employer (company), and an arbitrator in the state of Florida. This agreement outlines the specific terms and conditions that all parties must abide by when engaging in arbitration proceedings. Key Terms and Provisions: 1. Arbitration Process: The agreement establishes rules and procedures for arbitration, such as the selection of an impartial arbitrator, hearing processes, evidence presentation, timelines, and the resolution of disputes. 2. Grievance Handling: It defines the processes of handling grievances raised by employees or the union. This may include filing procedures, timing, and steps involved in escalating the grievance to arbitration. 3. Dispute Resolution: The agreement details the specific types of disputes that fall under its scope, such as contract interpretation, disciplinary actions, workplace disputes, or collective bargaining issues. 4. Issue Resolution: This provision sets out guidelines for resolving disputes, including negotiation, mediation, and finally, binding arbitration. It may also dictate the order in which these steps should be undertaken. 5. Arbitrator Selection: The agreement outlines the process for selecting an arbitrator. This often involves mutual agreement or a list of preferred arbitrators from which both parties can choose. 6. Arbitration Hearing: Detailed procedures for the arbitration hearing, including the presentation of evidence, witness testimony, expert opinions, cross-examination, and the submission of briefs, may be specified in this agreement. 7. Award Enforcement: The agreement establishes mechanisms to enforce the arbitrator's decision, such as compliance deadlines, penalties for non-compliance, and any other specific remedies available under Florida law. Types of Florida Agreements Between Arbitrator, Union, and Company: 1. Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Arbitration: This type of agreement relates to the resolution of disputes arising from collective bargaining agreements between the union and the company. It focuses on issues such as wages, benefits, working conditions, and contract interpretation. 2. Grievance Arbitration Agreement: This agreement is specific to addressing individual employee grievances that cannot be resolved through other internal procedures. It outlines the steps, timing, and procedures for filing and resolving grievances. 3. Interest Arbitration Agreement: If there is an impasse during collective bargaining negotiations, this agreement can be used to appoint an arbitrator who will determine the terms of the final agreement based on the interests of both parties. 4. Mediation-Arbitration (Median) Agreement: In some situations, the parties may agree to attempt mediation before proceeding to arbitration. This agreement combines both mediation and arbitration processes, providing an opportunity to resolve issues through mediation first and, if unsuccessful, moving to arbitration. These agreements ensure fairness, efficiency, and consistent procedures in resolving disputes between labor unions and employers in Florida. It may be vital for parties to consult legal professionals when drafting or entering into these agreements to ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws.

A Florida Agreement Between Arbitrator, Union, and Company is a legally binding contract that governs the relationship and resolution process between a labor union, an employer (company), and an arbitrator in the state of Florida. This agreement outlines the specific terms and conditions that all parties must abide by when engaging in arbitration proceedings. Key Terms and Provisions: 1. Arbitration Process: The agreement establishes rules and procedures for arbitration, such as the selection of an impartial arbitrator, hearing processes, evidence presentation, timelines, and the resolution of disputes. 2. Grievance Handling: It defines the processes of handling grievances raised by employees or the union. This may include filing procedures, timing, and steps involved in escalating the grievance to arbitration. 3. Dispute Resolution: The agreement details the specific types of disputes that fall under its scope, such as contract interpretation, disciplinary actions, workplace disputes, or collective bargaining issues. 4. Issue Resolution: This provision sets out guidelines for resolving disputes, including negotiation, mediation, and finally, binding arbitration. It may also dictate the order in which these steps should be undertaken. 5. Arbitrator Selection: The agreement outlines the process for selecting an arbitrator. This often involves mutual agreement or a list of preferred arbitrators from which both parties can choose. 6. Arbitration Hearing: Detailed procedures for the arbitration hearing, including the presentation of evidence, witness testimony, expert opinions, cross-examination, and the submission of briefs, may be specified in this agreement. 7. Award Enforcement: The agreement establishes mechanisms to enforce the arbitrator's decision, such as compliance deadlines, penalties for non-compliance, and any other specific remedies available under Florida law. Types of Florida Agreements Between Arbitrator, Union, and Company: 1. Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Arbitration: This type of agreement relates to the resolution of disputes arising from collective bargaining agreements between the union and the company. It focuses on issues such as wages, benefits, working conditions, and contract interpretation. 2. Grievance Arbitration Agreement: This agreement is specific to addressing individual employee grievances that cannot be resolved through other internal procedures. It outlines the steps, timing, and procedures for filing and resolving grievances. 3. Interest Arbitration Agreement: If there is an impasse during collective bargaining negotiations, this agreement can be used to appoint an arbitrator who will determine the terms of the final agreement based on the interests of both parties. 4. Mediation-Arbitration (Median) Agreement: In some situations, the parties may agree to attempt mediation before proceeding to arbitration. This agreement combines both mediation and arbitration processes, providing an opportunity to resolve issues through mediation first and, if unsuccessful, moving to arbitration. These agreements ensure fairness, efficiency, and consistent procedures in resolving disputes between labor unions and employers in Florida. It may be vital for parties to consult legal professionals when drafting or entering into these agreements to ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws.