After Going on Strike During the Bob Lee Trial, SF Court Clerks Get the New Contract They Wanted
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The one-day strike by SF Superior Court clerks highlighted serious understaffing issues, revealing that 70 misdemeanor cases were dismissed due to court backlogs, impacting justice.
SEIU 1021 SF Superior Court Chapter President Kimberly Septien noted the ratification of the new contract reflected unity and trust, pointing towards a more balanced workplace.
The new contract not only offers a pay increase but also tackles clerks being assigned roles without appropriate training, aiming to prevent miscarriages of justice.
Court clerks expressed that their labor dispute was a significant moment, emphasizing that understaffing and lack of training could lead to real-life justice system failures.
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