Local Politics · Alameda County
Court Interpreters Across 15 Northern California Counties Authorize Strike Over Labor Dispute
The California Alliance of Legal Interpreters union, representing 91 staff interpreters across 15 Northern California Superior Courts (Region 2), announced Monday that 96% of members approved a strike authorization after eight months of bargaining broke down. The union alleges the courts favor contracted interpreters over staff interpreters in violation of state law, contributing to 42% staff turnover over nine years. The 15 Superior Courts said they remain committed to negotiating and proposed mediation, pledging to continue essential language services if a strike occurs.