Labour and Employment Law Services

Indian labour laws provide several key rights and protections to employees, including:

1. Minimum Wage: Employees are entitled to receive a minimum wage, which varies based on factors such as location, nature of work and skill level.
2. Working Hours and Overtime: Labour laws regulate the maximum number of hours an employee can work per day and per week, along with provisions for overtime pay for work beyond specified limits.
3. Health and Safety: Employers are obligated to provide a safe and healthy work environment, including measures to prevent accidents, occupational hazards, and diseases.
4. Leave Entitlements: Employees are entitled to various types of leave, including annual leave, sick leave, maternity leave and paternity leave, with provisions for paid and unpaid leave as per the law.
5. Social Security Benefits: Labour laws mandate employers to contribute to social security schemes such as provident funds, employee state insurance, and gratuity, ensuring financial security for employees in times of need.
6. Protection Against Discrimination: Employees are protected from discrimination based on factors such as caste, gender, religion, race or disability, both during the recruitment process and throughout their employment.
7. Right to Representation: Employees have the right to form and join trade unions to collectively bargain for better wages, working conditions and other benefits.
8. Protection Against Unfair Termination: Labour laws outline procedures and criteria for terminating an employee’s employment, ensuring that terminations are not arbitrary and providing avenues for redressal in case of unfair dismissal.
9. Legal Remedies and Redressal: In case of disputes or violations of their rights, employees have access to legal remedies through mechanisms such as labour courts, tribunals and conciliation proceedings.