JULY 29 I GUITAR CENTER I COMPANY
GC Accused of Violating Federal Labor Law

Guitar Center has been accused of violating federal labor law by "discriminating against employees" at its flagship stores in Chicago, New York and Las Vegas, the Chicago Tribune is reporting.

GC is also accused of failing to bargain in "good faith" with the workers' union. A complaint was issued last week by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). According to the Tribune, the NLRB's general counsel is seeking an order requiring the company to bargain in good faith and reimburse the union for its costs and expenses since July 2013.

"This is vindication of what we have been saying, that Guitar Center crossed the line," Union President Stuart Appelbaum told the Chicago Tribune.

Since 2013, GC has been in contract negotiations with the union. Last year, GC withdrew its recognition of the union, ending talks with Las Vegas and New York. The union continues to negotiate on behalf of workers in Chicago. These negotiations could affect a total of 120 workers at the three locations. A hearing is set for October 19.

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