This settlement is without precedent and without prejudice to the position of either party, it may not be cited by either party in any future grievance, hearing, arbitration or for any other purpose. In consideration of the evidence presented in this case, we find that misunderstanding of the Postal Manual on the part of management misled PTF Clerk T. Cain to believe she would receive proceeds. Additionally, the policy of the Minnesota Courts is to excuse individuals where jury duty imposes undue hardships on those selected. The Minnesota Court takes the position that to receive no pay while serving jury duty does constitute an undue hardship. PTF employees are not entitled to court leave. However, under the circumstances in this case, PTF Clerk Cain shall receive compensation for the hours he served as a juror in the Minnesota Court, to the extent such hours do not exceed his scheduled work hours for the Postal Service. Further, such compensation shall be reduced by the amount of fees the grievant received from the court for his jury service during such scheduled work hours.
Document Type: Step 4 Agreement
APWU National Grievance Number: ACC22573
Craft: Maintenance