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File photo of United Airlines planes at Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark on Dec. 22, 2016.(Photo: Mitsu Yasukawa/NorthJersey.com)

Workers at Newark Liberty International Airport went on strike Tuesday night due to an alleged labor dispute that will also affect the major New York airports.

PrimeFlight workers hit the curbside pavements of Newark Airport just after 9 p.m. "Refusal to bargain in good faith" was the common phrase on fliers.

"Airport workers deserve access to their legal rights!" said labor union group 32BJ Service Employees International Union in a tweet.

Organizers have said they will also picket Wednesday at 8 a.m. at Newark, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia Airports.

The 700 workers consist of baggage claim handlers, cleaners,customer service agents and offer assistance to those who seek wheelchair assistanceat the airport.

PrimeFlight is a subcontractor for several airlines.The strike would continue for at least three days.

It's not known what, if any, disruption may come atthe airport due to those who decided to strike.

The Associated Press contributed to this story.

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Workers at Newark Liberty Airport strike in dispute - NorthJersey.com