Summary
Nurses at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital in Michigan, represented by the Teamsters union, have been on strike since September 1 over contract issues. The union claims the hospital is not negotiating fairly, while the hospital argues it is following the law and has proposed wage increases and better staffing. Ongoing disputes involve both sides accusing each other of misrepresenting facts and motives.
Key Facts
- Teamsters Local 332 represents nurses at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital.
- The union files unfair labor practice charges against the hospital.
- Nurses are striking for better working conditions and safer nurse-to-patient ratios.
- The hospital claims to be negotiating in good faith and following labor laws.
- Henry Ford Health says its financial situation is affected by the union's demands.
- The union disputes the hospital's claim of reaching an "impasse" in negotiations.
- Both parties accuse each other of spreading misinformation.
- The hospital has implemented some terms like a salary increase while negotiations continue.
