Harris v. Amalgamated Transit Union Local 689

**Harris v. Amalgamated Transit Union Local 689: Court Dismisses Worker's Case Against Union** This case involved a dispute between a worker named Harris and their labor union, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 689. While the specific details of Harris's complaint aren't provided in the available information, the case dealt with employment law issues between the worker and their union representative. The court dismissed Harris's case entirely in September 2011. This means the court threw out the lawsuit without awarding any money damages or other relief to Harris. The dismissal was likely due to either the court lacking proper authority to hear this type of case, or because Harris failed to present valid legal claims that the court could address. **What This Means for Workers:** This case highlights an important reality for union members - you can face significant legal hurdles when trying to sue your own union. Courts have strict rules about when and how workers can bring cases against their unions. Before filing a lawsuit against your union, workers should understand that these cases can be dismissed on technical grounds, even before getting to the actual merits of the complaint. If you have issues with your union's representation, consider first using internal union procedures or seeking guidance about the specific legal requirements for such cases.