United Food & Commercial Workers v. Food Employers Council, Inc.

JAMES R. BROWNING, Chief Judge:

Appellant unions brought suit against appellee employers alleging that a “most-favored nations” clause in their collective-bargaining agreement violates the antitrust laws. The unions sought a judgment declaring the clause illegal and enjoining its enforcement. The district court dismissed on the ground that the unions lacked standing to challenge the agreement under the antitrust laws. We affirm dismissal of the unions’ claim for injunctive relief, but reverse dismissal of the prayer for declaratory relief.

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Appellants are local unions representing retail food…