Labor Rights
/ˈleɪbər raɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal entitlements and protections granted to employees and workers concerning fair wages, safe working conditions, collective bargaining, and non-discrimination.
Labor rights ensure that employees can unionize and receive safe workplace conditions.
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Commentary
Labor rights commonly appear in statutes and international law to protect workers, often intersecting with labor law and human rights frameworks.
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