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Labor Law

Labor Law

In Turkey, labor law is an important branch of law that regulates working relationships between employees and employers and determines the basic rules of working life. Labor law, which is a reflection of the social state understanding in the Turkish legal system, plays a critical role in ensuring labor peace and regulating economic life.

Basic Principles of Labor Law

Labor law contains many important principles that protect workers

Principle of Interpretation in Favor of Employee

When interpreting labor law rules, the interpretation that favors the employee is preferred among the possible outcomes.

Principle of Employee Protection

The main purpose of labor law is to protect the employee who is the weaker party in the employment relationship.

Principle of Equal Treatment

The employer is obliged to treat employees equally in the workplace. No discrimination can be made based on gender, language, religion, race, etc.

Principle of Wage Protection

Employee wages must be paid at least monthly and as a rule through bank transfer.

Principle of Job Security

The employment contract cannot be terminated without valid or justified cause.

Principle of Immutability of Working Conditions Against Employee

No substantial changes can be made to working conditions against the employee.

Scope of Labor Law

Labor law contains regulations in various areas:

  1. Employment Contracts

Employment contracts can be arranged in different types. The establishment and termination of these contracts are subject to specific rules. A trial period can be applied when starting work, and employee rights are protected within the framework of job security provisions.

  1. Working Hours

Normal working hours in business life are determined by law. Special regulations apply in cases of overtime work and work with extended hours. Employees’ break rights and annual leave rights are also regulated within this scope.

  1. Wages and Other Rights

Minimum wage implementation forms the basis within the scope of employee rights. In addition, bonuses and premiums are considered as additional earnings. In case of termination of employment contract, severance and notice pay rights may arise. Furthermore, annual leave payment is among the legal rights of employees.

  1. Occupational Health and Safety

Employers have important obligations regarding occupational health and safety. Risk assessment should be conducted regularly and necessary precautions should be taken. While protective measures against work accidents and occupational diseases are implemented, employees’ rights and responsibilities in this matter are also determined.

Labor Law for Foreigners

Special regulations exist for foreigners who want to work in Turkey, particularly in Istanbul, the country’s largest metropolis

Work permit procedures in Turkey

Working conditions for foreigners

International social security agreements

Tax obligations in Turkey

Resolution of Labor Disputes

There are various ways to resolve disputes in labor law:

  1. Mediation (prerequisite for litigation)
  2. Labor courts
  3. Supreme court process
  4. Special procedures in collective labor disputes

Our Approach as Soylu Law Office

As Soylu Law Office, located in Istanbul’s central business district, we provide comprehensive legal support to both employee and employer clients in the field of labor law. Our experienced legal team works to protect our clients’ rights at the highest level in all kinds of disputes arising in Turkey’s dynamic business life. Especially for foreign companies and employees operating in Istanbul, we stand by them as a reliable solution partner in complex processes with our professional translation service that eliminates the language barrier and our international labor law experience.

Our office ensures the most effective protection of our clients’ legal rights by providing in the field of Turkish labor law:

Comprehensive legal consultancy

Multilingual service

International law experience

Professional solution strategies

Taking into account the dynamic structure of Turkish labor law, we closely follow current legislation changes and judicial decisions, working to provide the most accurate legal guidance to our clients in Istanbul and throughout Turkey. As Soylu Law Office, we are honored to serve you with our knowledge and experience in the field of labor law.

For more detailed information on Labor Law in Turkey, you can contact us on our contact page.

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