International Union of Painters and Allied Trade, District Council No. 16 v. Iakovou et al

  1. May 10, 2022

    Painting Co. Says Union Assault Suit Belongs In Federal Court

    A painting company facing claims that it is liable for an employee's alleged assault of a union representative has urged a judge to keep the suit in California federal court, saying the case hinges on interpretation of a collective bargaining agreement that cannot be done in state court.

  2. April 15, 2022

    Union Defends Organizer Assault Suit Against Painting Co.

    An International Union of Painters and Allied Trades affiliate told a California federal judge that a painting company is liable for an employee's alleged assault on a union representative, dismissing the business's contention that the labor organization lacks standing to pursue its claims.