Define: Scab

A scab refers to a person who continues to work or replaces striking workers during a labor dispute, often seen as undermining the efforts of the striking workers.

Yes, it is generally legal to hire scabs during a strike as long as they are not engaging in any illegal activities or violating any labor laws.

Yes, scabs are generally protected by labor laws as long as they are not engaging in any illegal activities or violating any labor laws.

Striking workers may take legal action against scabs if they engage in illegal activities or violate any labor laws during the labor dispute.

Employers have the right to hire replacement workers, including scabs, during a strike. However, they cannot fire striking workers solely for participating in a lawful strike.

Striking workers have the right to picket or protest against scabs as long as they do not engage in any illegal activities or violate any laws.

Striking workers are not allowed to engage in harassment or violence against scabs. Such actions can lead to legal consequences for the striking workers.

Scabs have the right to join a union if they meet the eligibility criteria set by the union. However, their decision to join a union may be met with resistance or opposition from other union members.

Scabs may be denied certain union benefits or protections, as unions often prioritize the rights and benefits of their members who are not scabs. However, scabs are still entitled to basic labor rights and protections under the law.

Striking workers may sue scabs for economic damages if they can prove that the scabs engaged in illegal activities or violated any labor laws, resulting in financial harm to the striking workers.