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If the dispute is not resolved at the pre-grievance step, the dispute may be presented for further consideration if a grievance is filed in compliance with the requirements set forth below.", "hash": "fe1633f9961e651c484da48fb6d4c479", "id": 5}, {"samples": [{"hash": "lFdqfIwKhLA", "uri": "/contracts/lFdqfIwKhLA#pre-grievance", "label": "Collective Bargaining Agreement", "score": 17.5900068446, "published": true}, {"hash": "4khk4swwGlb", "uri": "/contracts/4khk4swwGlb#pre-grievance", "label": "Collective Bargaining Agreement", "score": 17.5900068446, "published": true}, {"hash": "1mIU8V18nWu", "uri": "/contracts/1mIU8V18nWu#pre-grievance", "label": "Collective Bargaining Agreement", "score": 17.5900068446, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "the-employee", "type": "definition", "offset": [0, 12]}, {"key": "attempt-to-resolve", "type": "definition", "offset": [96, 114]}, {"key": "the-issue", "type": "clause", "offset": [115, 124]}, {"key": "the-parties-will", "type": "clause", "offset": [126, 142]}, {"key": "agree-to", "type": "clause", "offset": [151, 159]}, {"key": "time-frame", "type": "definition", "offset": [162, 172]}, {"key": "grievance-process", "type": "clause", "offset": [198, 215]}, {"key": "filing-a-grievance", "type": "definition", "offset": [252, 270]}, {"key": "unless-otherwise-agreed", "type": "definition", "offset": [271, 294]}, {"key": "pursuant-to", "type": "definition", "offset": [295, 306]}, {"key": "this-article", "type": "definition", "offset": [307, 319]}], "size": 4, "snippet": "The employee and/or Union \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 will discuss the alleged grievance with his/her manager in an attempt to resolve the issue. The parties will jointly agree to a time frame for a response. This pre-grievance process will not extend the time limits for filing a grievance unless otherwise agreed pursuant to this Article.", "hash": "df26a627b9277206ea7f9faf1256b5f0", "id": 6}, {"samples": [{"hash": "4NFrDTPuvmx", "uri": "/contracts/4NFrDTPuvmx#pre-grievance", "label": "Collective Agreement", "score": 23.765756957, "published": true}, {"hash": "8UBwUXxZOhb", "uri": "/contracts/8UBwUXxZOhb#pre-grievance", "label": "Collective Agreement", "score": 21.2299794661, "published": true}, {"hash": "30Cb4ZGB4Ta", "uri": "/contracts/30Cb4ZGB4Ta#pre-grievance", "label": "Collective Agreement", "score": 20.5975359343, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "the-shop", "type": "clause", "offset": [60, 68]}, {"key": "the-employees", "type": "clause", "offset": [99, 112]}, {"key": "to-discuss", "type": "definition", "offset": [134, 144]}, {"key": "days-after", "type": "definition", "offset": [189, 199]}, {"key": "resolution-of-the-complaint", "type": "clause", "offset": [343, 370]}, {"key": "terms-and-conditions-of-this-agreement", "type": "clause", "offset": [396, 434]}, {"key": "for-the-purpose-of", "type": "definition", "offset": [449, 467]}], "size": 4, "snippet": "Complaints must be taken by the employee(s), accompanied by the shop \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 if they so desire, to the employees non-union supervisor to discuss and, if possible, to resolve within two (2) days after the circumstances giving rise to the complaint have occurred or within two (2) days of the employee becoming aware of such circumstances. Such resolution of the complaint shall not contravene the terms and conditions of this Agreement but is solely for the purpose of resolving the matter and shall not be considered as precedential or binding in any other grievance dispute.", "hash": "5e1b91ab08cc7789a55ddad8d91d3950", "id": 7}, {"samples": [{"hash": "2XUY9ktEKSY", "uri": "/contracts/2XUY9ktEKSY#pre-grievance", "label": "Collective Agreement", "score": 21.0574948665, "published": true}, {"hash": "1cLXpi1g4vX", "uri": "/contracts/1cLXpi1g4vX#pre-grievance", "label": "Collective Agreement", "score": 21.0574948665, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "in-the-case", "type": "clause", "offset": [7, 18]}, {"key": "a-grievance", "type": "definition", "offset": [22, 33]}, {"key": "individual-grievances", "type": "clause", "offset": [86, 107]}, {"key": "step-2", "type": "definition", "offset": [174, 180]}, {"key": "as-specified", "type": "clause", "offset": [182, 194]}, {"key": "employee-has", "type": "clause", "offset": [238, 250]}, {"key": "no-grievance", "type": "clause", "offset": [251, 263]}, {"key": "if-an-employee", "type": "clause", "offset": [357, 371]}, {"key": "in-the-presence-of", "type": "definition", "offset": [412, 430]}, {"key": "union-representative", "type": "definition", "offset": [457, 477]}, {"key": "the-supervisor", "type": "definition", "offset": [542, 556]}, {"key": "days-after", "type": "definition", "offset": [576, 586]}, {"key": "to-the-union", "type": "clause", "offset": [885, 897]}, {"key": "grievance-meeting", "type": "clause", "offset": [942, 959]}, {"key": "having-been", "type": "clause", "offset": [1000, 1011]}, {"key": "the-employee", "type": "definition", "offset": [1045, 1057]}, {"key": "written-grievance", "type": "definition", "offset": [1123, 1140]}], "size": 4, "snippet": "Except in the case of a grievance arising from a complaint of several individuals, or individual grievances regarding the same issue, which are consolidated and submitted at Step 2, as specified in Article 10.03, it is understood that an employee has no grievance until he/she has first given his/her Supervisor an opportunity to address his/her complaint. 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If the employee is not satisfied with the Supervisor\u2019s response, s/he may file a written grievance in the following manner and sequence:", "hash": "a7f8777304551740ad2887de69099f04", "id": 8}, {"samples": [{"hash": "3Y40e7BrfC1", "uri": "/contracts/3Y40e7BrfC1#pre-grievance", "label": "Public Works Department Contract", "score": 28.2678657931, "published": true}, {"hash": "dWqxVh7ixdr", "uri": "/contracts/dWqxVh7ixdr#pre-grievance", "label": "Public Works Department Contract", "score": 24.1348391513, "published": true}], "snippet_links": [{"key": "nothing-in-this-article", "type": "clause", "offset": [0, 23]}, {"key": "an-employee", "type": "clause", "offset": [38, 49]}, {"key": "immediate-supervisor", "type": "clause", "offset": [75, 95]}, {"key": "related-condition", "type": "definition", "offset": [105, 122]}, {"key": "filing-a-grievance", "type": "definition", "offset": [183, 201]}, {"key": "the-employee", "type": "definition", "offset": [225, 237]}, {"key": "subject-matter", "type": "clause", "offset": [302, 316]}, {"key": "definition-of-a-grievance", "type": "clause", "offset": [340, 365]}, {"key": "in-section-2", "type": "clause", "offset": [379, 391]}], "size": 2, "snippet": "Nothing in this Article shall prevent an employee from discussing with his immediate supervisor any work-related condition or complaint. Such a discussion shall not be interpreted as filing a grievance. 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Typically, this involves requiring the parties to communicate their issues informally, such as through meetings or written notifications, and attempt to resolve the matter collaboratively within a specified timeframe. By encouraging early dialogue and resolution, this clause helps prevent misunderstandings from developing into larger conflicts and reduces the need for more formal, time-consuming, or costly dispute resolution mechanisms."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}