Landmark Cases in Labour Law

This book explores landmark labor law cases from the mid-19th century to the present day, tracing the development of labor law through social struggles and economic conflicts. It provides original and startling new perspectives on familiar friends, and charts the transformation of the constitutional role of courts in labor law.

Format: Hardback
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 15 December 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This book is a remarkable compilation of essays by renowned legal scholars that delves into landmark labor law cases spanning from the mid-19th century to the present day. The essays exhibit a keen awareness of the historical and theoretical backdrop of each case, offering fresh and often unexpected insights into familiar legal precedents. The subject of work and labor stands as one of the most distinctive aspects of human existence, and this book intricately traces the evolution of labor law through the interplay of social conflicts, economic rivalries, and the struggles between workers, trade unions, and employers. The narrative arc of these landmark cases unveils the profound richness and complexity of the human experience, as it unfolds within the confines of real people's working lives. Moreover, the book charts the remarkable transformation of the constitutional role of courts in labor law, evolving from instruments of class oppression to the champions of workers' fundamental rights at work. This collection holds immense appeal to students, scholars, and legal practitioners specializing in labor and equality law, as well as those pursuing studies in management, industrial relations, and labor history. The insights and perspectives offered within these pages are invaluable for advancing our understanding of the complex dynamics of work and labor in society.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509944262