FAQs

 

What is CLAC?

 

How is CLAC different?

 

How is CLAC affiliated?

 

What is a local, and how does it fit into your organization?

If I join, can my employer fire me?

If I join, can my employer change my working conditions, cut the workforce, or take away my benefits and privileges?

Can my workplace switch to CLAC if it’s already unionized?

What is the process for bringing CLAC into my workplace?

What types of work conditions, benefits, and other features are commonly included in a contract settlement?

How does the contract negotiation process work?

What does it cost?

Do you provide training?

What benefits do you offer?

What types of retirement savings programs do you offer?

I pay dues—does that make me a member?

If I didn’t sign a card, why do I still pay dues?

Why should I sign a card?