Terms of Collective Bargaining Agreement Don't Require Worker to Arbitrate Claim

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that the arbitration provision of a labor union’s collective bargaining agreement did not bar an injured member from pursuing an intentional tort claim against his employer. Case: Sinley v. Safety Controls Technology Inc., No. 2020-1158, 11/23/2022, published. Facts: Steven Sinley worked in the maintenance department for Superior Dairy Inc. In May 2019, he suffered a severe injury to his right hand while attempting to repair a malfunctioning grinder machine. The accident resulted in the loss of four fingers. Procedural history: Sinley sued his employer, al...