Technical Objections to Grievances It is the intent of both Parties of this Agreement that no grievance shall be defeated merely because of a technical error, other than time limitations in processing the grievance through the grievance procedure. To this end, an arbitration board shall have the power to allow all necessary amendments to the grievance and the power to waive formal procedural irregularities in the processing of a grievance, in order to determine the real matter in dispute and to render a decision according to equitable principles and the justice of the case.
Procedural Steps 35. Step 1: An employee having a grievance other than one involving disciplinary suspension or discharge, may first discuss it with the employee's immediate supervisor and try to work out a satisfactory solution in an informal manner. Resolution of any grievance at this step without the formal intervention of the Union or the SFMTA Human Resources Director shall not impair the position of either the Union or the SFMTA Human Resources Director in any subsequent dispute between the SFMTA and the Union which advances beyond this step.
Procedural Fairness Investigation of an allegation, complaint or rumour that could lead to Expulsion, Removal or Withdrawal of the Pupil in any of the circumstances explained below shall be carried out in a fair and unbiased manner. If a disciplinary meeting with the Headmaster is required before a decision is taken, the School will make reasonable efforts to notify the Parents or education guardian so that they can attend. In the absence of the Parents or education guardian, the Pupil will be assisted by an adult (usually a teacher) of his / her choice.
Response to Objections Each Party retains the right to respond to any objection raised by a Participating Class Member, including the right to file responsive documents in Court no later than five court days prior to the Final Approval Hearing, or as otherwise ordered or accepted by the Court.