You Believe Your Contractual Rights Were Violated

Before filing a grievance, ask:

1. What specific section of the Contract was violated?
2. What language was breached?
3. What is the measurable harm?
4. Was this a contractual violation — or a policy issue?

Not every frustration is a contract violation.

A valid contract grievance generally requires:

• Clear contract language
• A documented deviation
• A tangible impact

The grievance process under Section 3 requires timely filing and specific identification of the alleged violation:

• 14 days to appeal a discipline.
• 60 days to appeal a contract violation.

Common Misconceptions

❌ “It feels unfair.”
❌ “Scheduling annoyed me.”
❌ “Someone else got better treatment.”

Those may warrant review — but they are not automatically contract violations.

What Happens After You Submit a Concern?

• We review the contract language
• We compare facts against language
• We determine whether it meets grievance criteria
• If appropriate, we file within required timelines
• If not appropriate, we explain why

Filing weak grievances harms credibility and reduces effectiveness in strong cases.