Seoul Court Bans Samsung Biologics Strike in 9 Operations
The Seoul High Court ruled to ban the Samsung Biologics union from disrupting nine production operations categorized as security work, 10 days ahead of a planned three-week strike.
The Incheon division of the Seoul High Court overturned a lower court ruling and barred the Samsung Biologics union from disrupting nine production operations, according to Herald Corp.
The court classified these operations as 'security work,' placing them outside the scope of permissible strikes.
The newspaper reported that each violation of this ruling carries a fine of 20 million won.
The verdict came ten days before a planned three-week strike scheduled to begin on October 26, providing the company with legal coverage to run its critical lines during the walkout.
What do these terms mean?
Security work: Tasks classified as essential for facility safety and continuous operation, restricting the right to strike.
Labor union: An organization that represents workers and negotiates wages and working conditions with employers.
Korean won: The official currency of South Korea.
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