What is the correct statutory definition of the words “Employer” and “Employee” and why are they important in employment law?
Posted in : First Tuesday Q&A ROI on 6 August 2014 Issues covered:
Currently, there is no single statutory definition for “employee” and “employer” in Ireland, and the terms are defined in numerous statutes, although the definitions can vary depending on the particular emphasis of the legislation, for example, the Payment of Wages Act 1991 or the Redundancy Payments Act 1967. |
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