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Strike benefits?
My husband’s union is going to strike. What does this mean financially and how does it affect our health benefits?
Asked on June 6, 2009 under Employment Labor Law, Oklahoma
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
You should really address this question to your husband's union representative.
Generally, however, your employer does not have to continue paying its portion of your benefits, although as to health insurance, you have the right to pay 100% of your benefits under COBRA. Additionally, you may not be eligible for unemployment compensation, food stamps or welfare.
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