Teleworking: the right to disconnection in the brazilian present

Authors

  • Iago Pottratz Weirich Universidade do Contestado (UNC)
  • Morgana Henicka Galio Universidade do Contestado (UNC)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24302/acaddir.v5.4325

Keywords:

Telework, Right to Disconnect, Labor law

Abstract

The study aims to analyze the Right to disconnect, especially in telework relationships. This article arises in a scenario of unbridled connection to telematic means, whether in the work or residential environment. Providing an opportunity to reflect on the importance of disconnecting from work in a telework environment. Thus, the concept of telework is initially approached, together with the observation of the legislation relevant to this type of employment contract. Moving on to study the concept of disconnection from work, technological interference in labor relations, observing the legal framework of national legislation and foreign legislation, for comparative purposes. Finally, the impacts of hyperconnection are presented, focusing on the use of telematics and its repercussions on the life of the teleworker. The examination of the impacts of excessive connection, in line with doctrinal notes, demonstrate the necessary legislative and judicial attention to avoid damage to the quality of life, and deterioration of working conditions, in particular for those who are exposed to work uninterruptedly. The study is a qualitative theoretical research, supported by the technical literature, analyzing the legislation alluding to the subject through a deductive approach.

Author Biographies

Iago Pottratz Weirich, Universidade do Contestado (UNC)

Graduando em Direito pela Universidade do Contestado -UNC, Campus Concórdia, Santa Catarina. Brasil.

Morgana Henicka Galio, Universidade do Contestado (UNC)

Mestre em Direito pela Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina -UFSC, Membro do Instituto Brasileiro de Direito Processual -IBDP, professora no Curso de Direito da Universidade do Contestado -Campus Concórdia. Santa Catarina. Brasil.

Published

2023-08-30

How to Cite

Weirich, I. P., & Galio, M. H. (2023). Teleworking: the right to disconnection in the brazilian present. Academia De Direito, 5, 863–883. https://doi.org/10.24302/acaddir.v5.4325

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