Section 41 Stoppage of Work

• Library: Emp-Emp Law 2000

Even though § 288.040.6(2), RSMo Supp. 1999, contains a definition of “stoppage of work,” the word “substantial” in that definition is often the bone of contention between the parties. The existence of a “stoppage of work” and not the existence of a “strike” or “lockout” is often determinative of entitlement to benefits. Cases that address the issue of “stoppage of work” include:

• Chemtech Indus., Inc. v. Labor & Indus. Relations Comm’n, 617 S.W.2d 121 (Mo. App. E.D. 1981)

• Mead Prods. v. Industrial...