International Labor Law
/ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəl ˈleɪbər lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) Branch of law regulating labor standards, rights, and obligations at the international level, including conventions by organizations like the ILO.
International labor law sets minimum employment standards across nations to protect workers' rights.
- (n.) Body of legal norms governing cross-border labor relations and multinational employment issues.
Multinational corporations must comply with international labor law when operating abroad.
Forms
- international labor law
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Commentary
Focus is on supranational standards and treaties rather than purely domestic labor laws; drafting should clarify applicability to international bodies and cross-border employment.
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