This course is an in-depth overview of Section 8(a)(5) of the National Labor Relations Act. It is intended for both the attorney who wants a general understanding of Section 8(a)(5) of the National Labor Relations Act as well as the experienced labor law attorney who desires a refresher course on current NLRB case law related to Section 8(a)(5).

This course covers the following areas: (1) subjects of bargaining -- mandatory or permissive; (2) impasse and its meaning; (3) types of union waivers; (4) the duration of the duty to bargain; (5) the effect of an existing collective bargaining agreement on the duty to bargain; (6) exclusive representation; (7) a employer's obligation to provide information; (8) surface bargaining versus good faith bargaining; (9) unilateral changes; (10) successor ship; (11) alter ego; and (12) Gissel bargaining orders.