Legal Service and insurances

Legal service

One of the most tangible safeguards of members’ interests is day-to-day employment relationship advice and help in problematic work-related situations. First, a member is directed to speak with the Akava shop steward or contact person at the workplace. If there is none such, the union’s employment contract lawyers can negotiate with the employer. Our lawyers have a sound grasp of collective agreements, and they are thoroughly familiar with the constantly changing legislation that affects work.

It doesn't always have to be a problem-related issue. The union provides information on matters concerning employment contracts, collective agreements and labour legislation.
You can also contact the union office for legal aid. To get legal aid, the grounds for the dispute or charge must have arisen during your period of membership and your membership fee payments must be up to date.

Insurances

Akava Special Branches has taken out liability and legal expense insurance for the safety and security of its members. To receive compensation, you must have been a member of the union for at least ten months before the damage occurred and your membership fee payments must be up to date. If your membership has lasted for less than two years, the grounds for the dispute or charge must have arisen during your period of membership.

For legal service contact Akava Special Branches

For more information log on to Akava Special Branches -website or check out union's personnel.