The body of laws governing employment relationships and worker rights.
Labor law (or labour law) encompasses all legislation that governs the legal rights and duties of workers, employers, and trade unions. It includes individual employment law (covering the contract between employer and employee) and collective labor law (covering trade unions and collective bargaining). Key areas include minimum wage, working hours, health and safety, discrimination, dismissal, and parental rights. HR teams must stay current with labor law changes and update policies and procedures accordingly.
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