Health Care Workers Forced to Strike for First Union Contract

WAYNE, N.J., Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of Teamsters Local 125 at ImageCare in Sussex County, N.J., have been forced onto the picket line as they fight for their first union contract. The 45 technologists and technologist aides voted to become Teamsters nearly two years ago and are demanding a fair agreement that includes better wages and affordable health care.

"After nearly two years of fighting for a fair first Teamsters contract, our members said enough is enough," said Paxton Ryan, President of Local 125. "The company's continued bad faith bargaining and refusal to offer a contract that recognizes our members' worth left us no choice but to strike. Teamsters will stand firm until the company addresses its workers' concerns."

ImageCare Teamsters provide critical health care services, including X-rays and MRIs, to patients throughout Sussex County. They are striking for a fair contract that provides the resources and support needed to deliver quality patient care.

"A strike is a last resort, but the company's continued games at the bargaining table and disrespect for our work have made it necessary," said Alyssa Perry, an ImageCare worker and Local 125 member. "We love our jobs, our patients, and our community. To give them the care they deserve, we need to be treated with respect too."

Teamsters Local 125 represents more than 4,200 workers across New Jersey. For more information, visit teamsters125.org.

Contact:
Lena Melentijevic, (347) 208-2279
LMelentijevic@teamster.org

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SOURCE Teamsters Local 125