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Re(5): (no subject) Posted on August 8, 2025 at 22:09:24 by Tommy Boy
For the moron who identified themselves as "That's a lie" and stated that what an employer can afford is never considered by arbitrators, here is the information as presented by the "American Association of Arbitrators" - see if you can grasp what this says, then get your head out of your#####and stop commenting on subjects you obviously know nothing about:
• In interest arbitration, where the arbitrator essentially creates the terms of a new collective bargaining agreement (often in the public sector where strikes are prohibited), the employer's financial situation and ability to pay can be a significant factor.
• Arbitrators in such cases may consider budgetary documents, tax rates, comparable community finances, economic trends, and borrowing capacity to determine if the employer can afford the union's demands.
• Some arbitrators might take a "hands-on" approach, looking beyond just the current budget to evaluate if reallocating priorities or raising taxes could make the demands affordable.
• However, if other factors like wage comparisons are strongly in favor of the union, the arbitrator might not prioritize the ability to pay argument, suggesting alternative funding strategies like reordering priorities or staff reductions.
• In situations of severe fiscal crisis, such as a major city's bankruptcy, ability to pay might become the dominant factor for the arbitrator, potentially leading to awards that prioritize the employer's financial needs over comparability standards.
In conclusion, in interest arbitration, ability to pay is a key factor, particularly in the public sector, often requiring arbitrators to delve into detailed financial analysis.
Sorry for the long entry - but sometimes idiots need to be put in their place.