What is Labor Law?
Labor law is the branch of law that regulates the relationships between employees and employers. This field covers rights, obligations and disputes in working life.
Employee Rights
Basic rights of workers in Turkish labor law:
- Right to equal treatment
- Right to wages
- Right to rest
- Union rights
- Occupational safety rights
- Social security rights
Employment Contracts
Types and characteristics of employment contracts:
Indefinite Term Employment Contract
- Most common contract type
- Provides job security
- Grants right to severance pay
Fixed Term Employment Contract
- Made for a specific period
- Requires objective conditions
- Can be maximum 4 years
Severance and Notice Pay
Important rights in termination of employment:
Severance Pay
- 1 year working condition
- 30 days' salary for each year
- Paid to those who leave for justified reasons
Notice Pay
- Termination without prior notice
- Calculated according to working period
- Varies between 2-8 weeks
Overtime and Working Hours
Regulations regarding working hours:
- Weekly working hours: 45 hours
- Daily working hours: 11 hours
- Overtime pay: 50% premium
- Night work: 25% premium
- Weekend work: 100% premium
Work Accident and Occupational Disease
Accidents and diseases occurring at workplace:
- Right to compensation from SGK
- Claiming compensation from employer
- Treatment expenses
- Temporary incapacity benefits
- Permanent incapacity income
Occupational Safety Measures
Employer's occupational safety obligations:
- Creating safety culture
- Conducting risk assessment
- Providing personal protective equipment
- Providing occupational safety training
- Conducting health surveillance
Our Legal Consultancy Services
As Cebeci Law Firm, our services in labor law:
- Employment contract preparation and review
- Employee rights consultancy
- Severance and notice pay calculation
- Work accident compensation follow-up
- Representation in labor courts
- Collective bargaining agreement consultancy
