Which rights are afforded to employees by section 7 of the NLRA?

• A. Right to form, join, or assist labor organizations; right to collectively bargain with an employer; right to engage in concerted activities
• B. Right to a safe workplace
• C. All of the above
• D. Right to sue the employer in civil court

Answer: (C)

Section 7 protects employees’ ability to organize and act collectively to improve their terms and conditions of employment. Specifically, it guarantees the right to form, join, or assist labor organizations; the right to bargain collectively through representatives chosen by employees; and the right to engage in other concerted activities for mutual aid or protection. These protections are the core reason people can unionize, negotiate with employers, and coordinate actions with coworkers.

The right to a safe workplace and the right to sue the employer in civil court aren’t enumerated as Section 7 rights. Workplace safety is addressed by separate health and safety laws, and enforcement for unfair labor practices operates through the National Labor Relations Board rather than private civil suits. So the combination that includes the three Section 7 rights is the best answer because it aligns exactly with what Section 7 protects.