"The LPR provides for a definition of essential public services for purposes of the exercise of the right to strike."

Paternity leave is on the rise globally as cultural attitudes shift in favor of fathers taking a more active role in parenting.

On May 23, 2017, the Panamanian government established the Paternity Leave, by means of the Law No 27 of May 23, 2017.

By means of Executive Decree No.75 of December 26th of 2017, the new minimum wage was approved by the Panamanian government.

As of today, the biometric affiliation process and the issuance of work permit ID-cards, have been suspended for a period of fifteen (15) working days.

By Executive Decree No. 424 of December 31, 2019, the Executive Branch approved the increase in minimum hourly wage rates, according to economic activity

Justified dismissal is one of the most delicate and complex figures within the field of labor law. This is the termination of the employment relationship by the employer, based on legitimate causes that must be clearly established in the legislation and in the employment contract.

In cases where there is doubt about the application or interpretation of labor provisions, the most beneficial for the worker will prevail. The foregoing is condensed in Article 6 of the Labor Code

Unlike other jurisdictions, when some businessmen, investors or managers of multilateral organizations ask what is the fixed salary in Panama,

There are different options for those who are seeking to become Panamanian residents or those who are evaluating Panama as a possible permanent residence.

In the field of labor law, it is necessary to be constantly updated and at the forefront, on key elements of innovation that, not only boost productivity, ...

On February 14, 2018, Law 7, which prohibits sexual harassment, mobbing (bullying), racism and discriminatory practices in all environments, including workplace and academia, took effect.

The Republic of Panama has recently adopted Law 7 of February 14th, 2018, which regulates all matters related to the protection of the honor, dignity ...

According to Panamanian law, all employees must have an employment contract with some mandatory content which cannot be replaced by a job offer.

Although it took about four years, and many Member States missed the initial deadline, 100% of the EU member states have now incorporated the EU Whistleblowing Directive into their national legislation.

This program was established under Law 513 and is aimed at young people between the ages of 18 and 25, or minors who have completed high school.

Last year Panama joined the list of countries that have established quotas as a mean for reducing the gender gap. Law 56 of 2017 creates a women quota of 30% on corporate boards of public entities and certain private entities.

Regulated by means of Act No. 41 of 2004, Panama suscribed a special regime to Panama-Pacifico area.

Law No. 5 of January 25, 2006 modifying Article 5 of Law 108 of 1974 which grants incentives for exports and indicates other provisions", sets forth, in its Article 2, that it modified Article 701 of the Fiscal Code, to wit

The Ministry of Labor and Labor Development (MITRADEL) of Panama has adopted the Standardized Format for Internal Work Regulations (FERIT) through Ministerial Resolution No. DM-012-2026. This format may be used by any employer with 10 or more employees to ensure, in a diligent and efficient manner, compliance with the requirements necessary for the implementation of Internal Work Regulations within their companies.