ISBN: 9781334096563 - The Impact of Final Offer Arbitration in Massachusetts: An Analysis of Police and Firefighter Collective Bargaining (classic Reprint) (4 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate world of public sector labor relations, focusing on the 1973 Massachusetts statute that introduced final-offer arbitration as a resolution mechanism for police and firefighter contract disputes. The author meticulously examines the impact of this law on the collective bargaining process, salary levels, and the frequency of impasses. Set against the backdrop of the rapid growth of public sector unionization in the 1960s and 70s, the study explores the challenges of balancing employee rights with the essential nature of public safety services. The research delves into the nuances of mediation, fact-finding, and arbitration, comparing their effectiveness in resolving bargaining stalemates. Salary data is analyzed to assess whether final-offer arbitration led to inflated wages for police and firefighters compared to their counterparts in other states. The book investigates the dynamics of bargaining power, the influence of economic factors, and the role of "catch-up" effects in salary negotiations. The author's insights shed light on the complexities of public sector labor relations and the ongoing debate surrounding the use of final-offer arbitration. Ultimately, the book's findings provide valuable information for policymakers, labor relations professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the evolution of collective bargaining in essential public services. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…