Free Trade Union Recognition Agreement

THIS AGREEMENT is made on the January 1, 2058 between [YOUR COMPANY NAME], having its principal place of business at [YOUR COMPANY ADDRESS] (hereinafter referred to as “the Company”), and MasterEdge, having its registered office at Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (hereinafter referred to as “the Union”).

WHEREAS

The Company recognizes the Union as the exclusive bargaining representative for employees in the bargaining unit described below.

NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED AS FOLLOWS:

I. DEFINITIONS

1. Bargaining Unit: The group of employees represented by the Union, specifically those employed in the roles outlined in Schedule A.

2. Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA): A negotiated contract between the Company and the Union.

3. Grievance Procedure: A formal process for resolving disputes.

4. Union Officials: Representatives of the Union authorized to act on its behalf.

II. RECOGNITION

1. The Company recognizes the Union as the sole and exclusive bargaining representative for employees in the bargaining unit.

2. This recognition is granted for the purposes of collective bargaining concerning wages, hours, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

3. The Union agrees to represent all employees within the bargaining unit fairly and without discrimination.

III. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE UNION

1. The Union has the right to:

   • Conduct meetings with employees, subject to prior notification to the Company.

   • Distribute union-related materials in non-working areas during non-working hours.

   • Participate in negotiations and grievance procedures.

2. The Union shall ensure that its representatives comply with all Company policies while on Company premises.

IV. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE COMPANY

1. The Company retains the right to:

   • Manage and direct its operations, subject to applicable laws and the terms of this Agreement.

   • Discipline or dismiss employees for just cause.

2. The Company agrees to:

   • Provide necessary facilities for Union meetings upon reasonable request.

   • Deduct union dues from employees’ wages, upon authorization, and remit these to the Union.

V. UNION MEMBERSHIP AND DUES

1. Membership in the Union is voluntary.

2. The Company shall deduct Union dues from the wages of members who provide written authorization.

3. The Union shall indemnify the Company against any claims arising from the deduction and remittance of dues.

VI. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

1. Any dispute arising under this Agreement shall be resolved through the following steps:

   • Step 1: Informal discussion between the employee and their immediate supervisor.

   • Step 2: Written grievance submitted to the Company by the Union within 10 days of the event.

   • Step 3: Joint meeting between Union representatives and Company management.

   • Step 4: Referral to arbitration if the grievance remains unresolved.

2. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding.

VII. DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES

1. The Company shall inform the Union of any disciplinary action taken against Union members.

2. Disciplinary actions shall follow the principles of fairness and just cause.

3. Employees shall have the right to Union representation during disciplinary hearings.

VIII. CONFIDENTIALITY

1. Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive information disclosed during negotiations or grievance procedures.

2. Breach of confidentiality may result in disciplinary action or termination of this Agreement.

IX. TERM AND TERMINATION

1. This Agreement shall remain in effect for a period of 5 years from the date of signing.

2. Either party may terminate this Agreement by providing 90 days' written notice before the expiration date.

3. The Agreement may be amended at any time by mutual consent of the parties.

X. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

1. Any disputes not resolved through the grievance procedure shall be referred to a neutral arbitrator, selected jointly by the parties.

2. Arbitration costs shall be shared equally by both parties.

XI. MISCELLANEOUS

1. No Strike/No Lockout: The Union agrees not to engage in strikes, and the Company agrees not to engage in lockouts during the term of this Agreement.

2. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.

3. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Corpus Christi, Texas.

XII. SIGNATURES

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.

For [YOUR COMPANY NAME]:
[YOUR NAME], Chief Executive Officer
Date: January 1, 2058

For MasterEdge:
Cyrus Ortiz, President
Date: January 1, 2058

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