Labor law has always been known as one of the branches where the settlement of disputes through negotiation has been encouraged the most, making labor conciliation the alternative method of conflict resolution par excellence.
With the new labor system, and therefore, with the arrival of Conciliation Centers, the resolution of conflicts at pre-litigation stages has been strengthened, since exhausting the conciliation stage is a requirement in most cases before filing a lawsuit.
This was implemented because conciliation allows for a quick and economical solution to conflicts. Instead of waiting years for a court decision, workers can resolve their problems in just a few conciliation sessions, saving time and money.
As lawyers focused on serving companies and employers, it is important to highlight that, since this requirement’s implementation, most labor disputes have been resolved at this stage.
However, it is worth mentioning that, to achieve greater success in negotiations, it is important for companies to have the necessary documentation to establish a solid defense in court, even before a lawsuit is filed. With the right advice, conflict resolution can be easier and faster.
Having the labor relationship documented is essential to avoid contingencies caused by labor lawsuits in companies. This method has been shown to be highly effective in keeping legal and financial risks associated with non-compliance with labor standards low. By having the necessary and updated information on workers’ labor conditions, more informed decisions can be made and situations that may lead to legal conflicts can be prevented. Therefore, it is essential that companies pay attention to the documentation of labor relationships and work on their constant improvement and updating.
Therefore, at Vega, Guerrero & Associates, we invite you to try to settle your labor disputes at this stage, not without first consulting your lawyer about the pros and cons of not resolving the conflict at this stage. With the same advice, reducing the economic cost generated by the conflict is possible.
