This comprehensive text provides the latest information available on current research studies, issues and events in labor relation. The book integrates real-world examples and quotes from practitioners in order to bring the dynamics of the field to life. Labor Relations Process examines the labor movement from its inception to current and emerging trends, including such topics as unions, labor agreements, collective bargaining and labor relations in various business segments including government, white collar non-traditional and foreign.The book gives an in-depth analysis of the complete relationship between management and labor are fully explored, including an examination of the rights and responsibilities of unions and management and negotiation and administration of labor agreements. Other topics that are explored include the results of the labor relations process and collective bargaining issues as well as the labor relations process to different work arrangements.