COVID-19: Latin American Guide for Employers 2nd Edition
Updated on May 18, 2020 In this guide, Employment Law Alliance (ELA) members from the Latin American region have provided answers to some of the most important questions that companies need to address during the COVID-19 pandemic. María Teresa Mendoza, partner at Morgan & Morgan, covered the Panama chapter of the guide. Click here to
- Published in Labor and immigration_covid, Maria Teresa Mendoza
What employers need to know about labor regulations in the Republic of Panama
Introduction Panama’s Labor Code, in effect since April 1972, with some changes in the last years, regulates the relationship between capital and labor, based on the principles of social justice established in the Political Constitution of the Republic and it creates a special State protection as a benefit of the employees. The State will intervene
- Published in 2019, Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Press Room, Publications
Morgan & Morgan presented the forum: Trends in Labor Law 2019
Morgan & Morgan, in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Chiriquí (CAMCHI), presented the forum: Trends in Labor Law 2019; a seminar organized for the business sector of the province of Chiriqui in the Republic of Panama. The topics were presented by lawyers Ricardo Aleman, Maria Teresa Mendoza and Milagros Caballero,
- Published in 2019, Ana Frago, Giselle Moncada, Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Milagros Caballero, News, Ricardo Aleman
New Law establishes a legal framework for the comprehensive approach to Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Law 40 of August 14, 2018 has, among other, some provisions that affect the workplace, such as the following: Obligations and prohibitions for employers: Any discrimination and stigmatizing or segregating act is prohibited to the detriment of those affected, as well as against their relatives and friends. Every employer is obliged to implement practical ILO
- Published in 2018, Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Press Room, Publications
Morgan & Morgan presents forum: Trends in Labor Matters 2018, what are the new regulations?
Panama, April 25, 2018. Morgan & Morgan announces forum on “Trends in Labor Matters 2018: What are the new regulations?” to be held on Tuesday, May 29, from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Titanio conference room of The Americas Golden Towers in Panama City. The event is addressed mainly to businesspeople, managers, human resources
- Published in Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Milagros Caballero, News, Ricardo Aleman
Government establishes half-day of work on Thursday, March 29
The Government of the Republic of Panama, through Executive Decree No. 40 of Tuesday, March 20, 2018, orders the closure of public and municipal offices, nationwide, on Thursday, March 29, 2018 (Holy Thursday) at twelve (12) noon on the occasion of Holy Week. Comments: Terms on administrative procedures are suspended on March 29. Banking institutions
- Published in 2018, Angie Guzman, Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Milagros Caballero, News, Ricardo Aleman
Regulation of Paternity Leave for private sector employees and public servants
Executive Decree no. 83 of Wednesday, December 27, 2017 has been issued to regulate the Law on Paternity Leave, No. 27 of May 23, 2017, applicable to employees of the private sector and public servants. Maria Teresa Mendoza, expert in labor law and partner of Morgan & Morgan summarizes below the most relevant aspects of
- Published in Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, News
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- Published in 2018, Labor Law, Maria Teresa Mendoza
Increase in fines for employers hiring foreign personnel without valid work permit
This Law modifies the fines that the Ministry of Labor may impose to employers that hire foreign personnel without having a valid work permit, and the employment of minors, without complying with the requirements established in the law. Comments: The fines that the Ministry of Labor may apply when foreign personnel is detected without a
- Published in Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, News
Morgan & Morgan participated in forum on labor immigration challenges in Panama
On July 26, 2017, a forum was held in Panama called, “Labor immigration flexibility or restriction, what do we need?” organized by the Panamanian Association of Business Executives. Said forum served as a platform to discuss issues of national interest on legal and practical aspects of work and residence permits for aliens, legalizations and mechanisms
- Published in Jose Carrizo, Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, News