Which of the following actions does not typically classify as a labor dispute?

Unauthorized absenteeism is not typically classified as a labor dispute because it generally does not involve a negotiation or disagreement between employees and management regarding the terms of employment, such as wages or working conditions. Instead, unauthorized absenteeism is an issue of an employee failing to adhere to attendance policies, which can be a disciplinary matter rather than a dispute about workplace agreements.

In contrast, actions like contract negotiations, disputes over pay rates, and claims for bonuses involve direct discussions or disagreements between employees (or their representatives) and employers concerning the terms of employment, which fundamentally characterizes a labor dispute. These situations often require formal negotiation processes or grievance handling under labor laws, making them clear examples of labor disputes.