Boeing strikers encouraged to file for jobless pay

Boeing strikers encouraged to file for jobless pay

Tools

Story Published: Sep 21, 2008 at 9:22 AM PDT

Story Updated: Nov 21, 2008 at 2:34 AM PDT

By Associated Press

SEATTLE (AP) - Union leaders say striking Boeing workers should apply for unemployment compensation but concede they have little chance of collecting.

The Machinists union strike has shut down Boeing's aircraft assembly plants since Sept. 6.

The union has filed an unfair labor practice complaint, accusing Boeing of improperly questioning workers about parts of a contract proposal. Boeing also is accused of giving the union misleading information.

If the National Labor Relations Board upholds that complaint, union leaders say there's a "slim" chance that members who have filed for jobless pay might be able to collect. A union spokeswoman, says the claims will likely be denied at first, but a favorable NLRB ruling could change that on appeal.

Weather & Traffic

Icon
Current Temp 64.0 °F
A Few Clouds
More Weather

On Demand

Resources and info you need to prepare for the switch to DTV.

Stay Connected

YouNews

This content requires the latest Adobe Flash Player and a browser with JavaScript enabled. Click here for a free download of the latest Adobe Flash Player.

Marketplace