National Labor Relations Board v. Drivers

362 U.S. 274 · Decided March 28, 1960 · Supreme Court of the United States

At a glance

National Labor Relations Board v. Drivers was decided on March 28, 1960 by a vote of 6–3. The Court affirmed the lower court's decision. Justice William J. Brennan Jr. wrote the opinion of the Court. SCDB classifies its main issue as “Labor-management picketing” in the Unions area.

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Full case caption

National Labor Relations Board v. Drivers, Chauffeurs, Helpers, Local Union No. 639, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Chauffeurs, Warehousemen and Helpers of America

SCDB identifiers: case 1959-054, docket 1959-054-01.

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