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Samsung wins court injunction limiting employee strike action

Samsung Electronics has secured a court injunction to limit an upcoming strike by its employees, who are demanding better profit sharing and bonus structures. The injunction, granted by the Suwon District Court, mandates that essential staffing levels must be maintained for safety and quality, and prohibits union members from occupying or blocking company facilities. While the union plans to proceed with the strike if negotiations fail, the court's decision weakens their bargaining position and has led to a jump in Samsung's share price. AI

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Samsung wins court injunction limiting employee strike action

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  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Stephen Warwick ·

    Samsung granted court injunction against imminent strike action in last-minute reprieve — talks resume as unions barred from occupying or locking facilities, obstructing workers

    Samsung has been granted an injunction to limit the scope of planned strike action ahead of an 18-day walkout due to start on Thursday.