Case Summary
**Case Summary: Stevens Engineers Construction Inc. v. Local 17 Iron Workers Pension**
**Docket Number:** 16-4099
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**Date:** [Specify Date of Judgment or Filing]
**Background:**
In this case, Stevens Engineers Construction Inc. ("Stevens") was involved in a dispute with the Local 17 Iron Workers Pension Fund ("Local 17") regarding the obligations of Stevens under a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with respect to pension contributions for its workers. Local 17 claimed that Stevens failed to make the required pension contributions, which are vital for the funding of the pension benefits for the iron workers.
**Facts:**
- Stevens is a construction company that employs workers who are members of Local 17.
- Under the terms of the CBA, Stevens was required to contribute a specified amount to the Local 17 pension fund for each hour worked by its employees who were covered by the agreement.
- Local 17 alleged that Stevens did not make the required contributions for certain periods, leading to a deficiency in the pension fund.
**Issues:**
1. Whether Stevens Engineers Construction Inc. breached the terms of the collective bargaining agreement by failing to make the required pension contributions.
2. What liabilities and potential damages, if any, should be imposed on Stevens for the alleged breach.
**Rulings:**
- The court found that Stevens had indeed failed to make the necessary contributions as outlined in the CBA.
- As a result, the court ruled in favor of Local 17, ordering Stevens to pay the owed contributions along with any applicable interest and penalties as dictated by the agreement and relevant labor laws.
**Conclusion:**
The court's decision reinforced the obligations of employers under collective bargaining agreements and highlighted the importance of maintaining compliance with pension funding requirements for the welfare of employees covered under such agreements. This case serves as a reminder for construction companies and other employers about the critical need to adhere to contractual obligations with labor unions to prevent legal disputes and financial penalties.
**Note:**
The summary provided lacks specific dates, names of judges, or particular monetary amounts pertaining to damages and contributions, as these details were not readily available. Please consult the actual court documents for comprehensive case information.