The Lebanese Parliament approved a draft law amending select provisions of the Lebanese Labor Code (Law No. 10 of 1946), a step aligned with the economic, social, and digital transformations shaping the labor market. The amendments notably targeted key provisions, including Articles (1), (2), and (12).
Key highlights of the amendments introduced:
- Redefining the employer-employee relationship, now legally recognized as arising from either written or verbal contracts and provable by all means of evidence—a legal precedent aligning with international standards on freedom of proof in labor disputes.
- Introduction of new work types, including “remote work,” “part-time work,” “seasonal work,” and “flexible work.”
This amendment marks a qualitative shift in understanding professional relationships, reflecting a new reality driven by modern technology, labor market evolution, and the need for legal frameworks that protect workers in non-traditional employment settings.