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Court granted plaintiff's motion for summary judgment in part, finding that Ruane Construction breached its ERISA obligations under the collective bargaining agreement by failing to pay union dues and contributions on time. Plaintiff was awarded $67,651.76 in unpaid dues, contributions, and liquidated damages, with attorneys' fees to be determined.
Court Rules for Union in Payment Dispute
What Happened
The Pension Fund of Cement Masons Union Local No. 502 sued Ruane Construction, Inc. for failing to pay required union dues and pension contributions on time. These payments are required by a union contract (called a collective bargaining agreement) that covers construction workers. The company was supposed to send money regularly to fund worker pensions and union operations, but didn't.
What the Court Decided
The court sided with the union. It found that Ruane Construction broke its legal obligations by missing these payments. The company must pay the union $67,651.76, which covers all the unpaid dues, contributions, and additional damages. The court will also decide how much the company must pay the union's legal fees.
Why This Matters
This ruling protects union workers' benefits and paychecks. It shows that courts will enforce employer obligations to fund pensions and union representation. Workers rely on these contributions for retirement security, so companies cannot skip or delay these payments without facing legal consequences.
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