Labour Court dismissed union's claim for damages against employer for alleged unfair dismissal procedures.
Legislator summary
AI generatedThe Labour Court dismissed the Finnish Trade Union Pro's claim for damages against Metsäteollisuus ry regarding alleged procedural violations in the dismissal of UPM-Kymmene Wood Oy employees. The union argued that the employer failed to follow mandatory consultation steps required by collective agreements before terminating staff. The court found that the employer had complied with the specific procedural requirements and that the union's evidence did not substantiate a breach of law or agreement.
Legislator headnote
AI generatedSection 1 of the Collective Agreements Act; Section 10 of the Employment Contracts Act: The employer is not liable for damages if it strictly adheres to the procedural requirements of collective agreements and statutory dismissal rules, even if the union claims procedural irregularities.
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Antopäivä 18.9.2012
Diaarinumero R 64/12
TYÖTUOMIOISTUIN PÄÄTÖS Nro 102
KANTAJA
Ammattiliitto Pro ry
VASTAAJA
Metsäteollisuus ry
KUULTAVA
UPM-Kymmene Wood Oy