labor relations

noun

: the way in which workers and managers of a company talk to, behave toward, and deal with each other
The company has a history of poor labor relations.

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There is also a fifth count specifically on behalf of Civilus and directed to another staff member, Brittany Edwards, a labor relations specialist, on a claim of defamation involving statements made about Civilus' conduct. Paula Wethington, CBS News, 14 Jan. 2026 The casino’s attorneys and leadership have noted that the original agreement said explicitly that the tribe’s code governs labor relations at Sky River, which Wilton Rancheria opened in 2022. Sacbee.com, 4 Dec. 2025 Generally, states can legislate on labor relations only in economic sectors not covered by federal law. Dan Walters, Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2025 Generally, states can legislate on labor relations only in economic sectors not covered by federal law. Dan Walters, Oc Register, 3 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for labor relations

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“Labor relations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/labor%20relations. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.

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