Cta Group Legal Services
An individual member may be referred by a regional representative to a Group Legal Services Program (PSL) lawyer for advice and guidance on employment-related issues covered. Members can receive the following number of hours of legal advice on specific issues: The CTA`s legal department administers the GLS program. CTA employees work directly with the CTA`s Primary Contact (CPC) staff and represent sections in unfair practices and other matters filed with the Employment Public Relations Board; legal proceedings concerning workers` statutory rights; complex arbitration procedures to enforce CBAs; and legal advice on advocacy, organization and representation of chapters. The GLS program ensures that active CTA members can count on significant legal assistance when their employment throws balls at them. Each active member is entitled to a legal recommendation paid by the union for legal employment issues such as: We assist educators in a variety of other disputes, including wage issues, accommodation for people with disabilities, and classification disputes. For CTA members, we also offer free advice on other legal matters and discounted rates if you hire us. The funding of matters dealt with by the CTA is subject to certain limitations, depending on the nature of the case. For example, trainee employees are entitled to three hours of free legal representation for non-re-election. A GLS lawyer may, on behalf of the member, request additional funding from the CTA for civil labour litigation if necessary.
General Counsel: Kent S. Ray Mailing Address: Chicago Transit Authority Law Department 567 West Lake Street Chicago, IL 60661 When delivering a subpoena, only registered mail or manual delivery methods are accepted. Please send registered mail to: CTA Law Department Torts Paralegal Section 567 W. Lake Street Chicago, IL 60661-1498 Subpoenas are accepted during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Monday – Friday. If you have any questions about the legal department, call 312-681-3173. The member is responsible for the payment of all attorneys` fees and costs in excess of the amount authorized by the CTA as a result of a UTLA transfer for payment. GLSP`s lawyer may request a professional services contract with the Member prior to the provision of the services.
In criminal labour law cases, the fees to be charged by the GLSP lawyer for higher representation than that allowed for the payment of the CTA are agreed between the member and the lawyer. There are also some narrow exclusions. For example, GLS coverage is not available for matters relating to a dispute with another member (unless this legal assistance is intended only for a member`s dispute with the employer). The GLS program does not pay for legal representation on matters covered by the state`s workers` compensation system, but the CTA maintains a roster of highly respected workers` compensation lawyers who enjoy representing CTA members in workers` compensation cases. Participation in the GLSP begins with a member who contacts their UTLA regional representative and seeks legal advice on an issue covered by the program. This is a mandatory step for participation. This GLS program summary does not cover all aspects of this very valuable benefit for members. Please contact your staff representative or a local manager if you have any questions about the GLS program or if you need assistance in the event of a labour dispute. Or just relax with the peace of mind that your union offers excellent legal benefits if you ever deal with a work-related legal claim. UTLA does not direct or control the professional services provided by GLSP`s lawyers. The GLSP is administered by the California Teachers Association (CTA), and CTA determines the issues for which funding is provided and the amount of funding provided. The CTA pays legal fees for authorized matters, subject to the amounts and policies of the above program.
Membership in UTLA is a prerequisite for participation in the GLSP. To be eligible for legal services, a person must be a member of the UTLA at the time the incident occurred that resulted in the need for counsel and at the time of the request for legal services. In addition, membership must be maintained while providing legal assistance. Agency fee payers or non-members are not entitled to legal services under the GLSP. Here you will find information on THE GLSP`s policies and procedures, how to request assistance with employment matters, and the laws and regulations that affect you as a CTA member in your employment. Yes. Like most insurance benefits, GLS benefits are subject to important conditions and applied consistently. For example, GLS is an advantage that only benefits members. To be eligible for reporting, an individual must have been a member of a union at the time of the underlying incident. when the need for legal services arose (usually when the request for legal services was or should have been made); and for the duration of the provision of the GLS services. Read our legal documents if you have received a Force Reduction Notice (RIF).
Note: These resources are reserved for CTA members and are password protected. If you are a teacher who needs legal help, contact your local union representative for more information and a reference to the appropriate GLSP lawyer or law firm. Additional program terms include: A member must apply to have recourse to the assigned GLSP attorney and cannot take legal action against the union while receiving legal representation under the GLSP. In addition, the GLSP does not cover disputes in which a member asserts a claim against the union or its affiliates. The program also does not provide funds for disputes between members. As a member of the CTA, you are eligible to participate in the CTA Group`s Legal Services Program. As a member of the CTA, glSP provides you with high-quality work-related legal services and ensures that your contractual, statutory and constitutional rights are protected. You have the right to be fairly represented by your local association in matters arising from the collective agreement with your employer. The GLSP provides union members with valuable benefits by providing legal advice.
The GLSP pays our law firm to represent eligible teachers in the fields covered. In most credential cases, the benefits of the program are sufficient to cover the full legal fees and costs of a certification inquiry before the Certificate of Competency Committee. When the teacher challenges a recommendation of the Credentials Committee, the GLSP often covers a significant portion of the lawyers` fees and expenses associated with this process. Welcome to the Legal Beat! In this column, which will be a regular article in the magazine, CTA lawyers will cover legal «hot topics,» your legal rights, disputes between CTAs and local unions (also known as «chapters»), and more. We begin this column with a brief overview of the key benefits available to CTA members and local union members through the CTA`s Group Legal Services (LMS) program. The GLS program is affiliated with the National Education Association`s Unified Legal Services Program, which provides financial support to state subsidiaries that provide legal services in accordance with nea program rules. Each CTA member receives coverage for legal defense costs in legal disputes arising from their professional activity in the field of education. The Educators` Work Liability (EEL) insurance policy offers the following benefits: Up to $1,000,000 in coverage for legal defense costs in civil lawsuits (excluding civil rights cases) resulting from educational employment activities; up to $35,000 in reimbursement for legal fees and defence costs in work-related criminal proceedings; up to $1,000 in bond bonuses; and up to $500 for damage to personal property if caused by an attack in the course of employment.