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Can I terminate my contract for no overtime pay and no day off?

Dear Sir/Madam,

If I am working more than 8 hours a day without overtime pay or any day off, can I terminate my contract with the employer?

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Khaled Ebid

KHE Legal Consultancy

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30 Apr 2023, 06:20

Dear Questioner,

Did you finish the probationary period or are you still in it?

30 Apr 2023, 06:21

Of course, you have the right if you work without pay and in a way that is compulsory, but the notice period will vary if you are in the probationary period or have completed it.

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Ahmad Amiri

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30 Apr 2023, 07:02

Dear Questioner,

Filing a complaint with the Ministry of Human Resources and claiming compensation for overtime and weekly leave is better than terminating the employment contract.

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Maryam Alyassi

Maryam Alyassi Advocates and Legal Consultants

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30 Apr 2023, 10:55

Hello,

Yes, you can terminate the work on your part due to the employer's violation of his obligations, but it is required that you inform the Human Resources Ministry first and leave 14 days to rectify the situation.

I advise you to send a warning to the employer before leaving work, and then file a case against him to demand to work additional hours.

DR. MOHAMED ALLAM

Senior Legal Advisor

Head of the Litigation Department

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