Labor Law
Labor Law regulates the vital relationship between production (labor) and capital (employers). At Zakarneh Law Firm, we balance protecting workers’ rights with ensuring the institution’s business interests.
➤ Legal Framework
Our services are based on Jordanian Labor Law No. 8 of 1996, Social Security Law No. 1 of 2014, and Ministry of Labor regulations.
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Key Areas of Practice
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Employment Contracts: Managing contract types (limited and unlimited duration) and ensuring mandatory internal bylaws are in place for legal compliance.
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Financial Rights & Benefits: Protecting wage rights, overtime pay, and all statutory leaves (annual, sick, maternity).
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Termination of Employment: Handling lawful dismissal cases (Article 28) versus arbitrary dismissal (Article 25), ensuring rights are preserved upon termination.
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Occupational Safety: Ensuring safe work environments and handling compensation claims for work injuries and diseases.
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Collective Disputes: Facilitating collective bargaining to improve working conditions and resolve union-employer conflicts.
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What We Can Do for You
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Drafting & Review: Preparing compliant employment contracts and internal regulations.
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Labor Litigation: Representing employees and companies in arbitrary dismissal and wage claim lawsuits.
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Amicable Settlements: Negotiating to resolve labor disputes fairly outside of court.
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Restructuring Advisory: Advising companies on legal procedures for workforce reduction or reorganization.
At Zakarneh Law Firm, our approach combines extensive legal knowledge with a practical understanding of the Jordanian society and business environment. We ensure every client receives personalized, precise, and effective legal assistance tailored to their unique needs.
