Labor litigation in Thailand is not uncommon as there are a number of laws which enforce labour laws in Thailand. The cost and process in Thailand for labour litigation is much lower and easier to follow than what it would be in the West. These Act to protect labour under the following labour laws in Thailand.
These are listed as follows:
- Labor Protection Act
- Civil and Commercial Code
- Labor Relations Act
- Provident Fund Act
- Social Security Act
- Workmen’s Compensation Act
- Alien Working Act of 2008.
These laws are generally laws which govern the laws of salaries, employees rights such as their working hours, salaries, employment restrictions, welfare funding, allowable annual vacation and sick leave. There also holidays, workmen securities and other privileges. These laws listed above also provide the grounds for the termination of employees, as well as the provision of severance compensation for workers.
Unlawful termination or a labour dispute is brought by the employee first to the Labor Relations Committee. The Committee first explores the possibility of a settlement and a peaceful compromise between the parties. If settlement on the issue is not possible and the committee see that this dispute needs to be settled in court then they would recommend that you file a labor lawsuit.
Labour laws in Thailand are straightforward enough for you to be able to file the matter yourself however it is always best to ensure that you have a lawyer to ensure that you get the best possible defense and compensation. If you are considering labour litigation then speak to us in Bangkok about the process, cost and how best to settle the dispute.
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