Labor Law

Labor law, or labour law, is the body of rules governing relations between employers, workers and their representatives. It covers contracts, pay, working time, leave, safety, discrimination, dismissal and collective rights.

Related Terms

  • Contractor Misclassification

    Contractor misclassification is treating a worker as an independent contractor when, under the relevant law, the relationship is really employment. It can expose the business to back taxes, unpaid benefits, penalties and claims from the worker.

  • Offboarding

    Offboarding is the structured process of ending someone's work with an organisation. It covers final pay and documents, knowledge handover, removal of system access and return of equipment, for employees and contractors alike.

  • Employment Contract

    An employment contract is the agreement between employer and employee that sets out the job, pay, hours, benefits, duties and how the relationship can end. It operates within the minimum rights set by local law.

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