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Remote Work Between General Law Provisions and Private Regulation: Legal Transformations and Practical Challenges

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Authors

Name: Ghada Fouad Haddad | Country: Lebanese Republic
Department / Fine Specialization: Law / Private Law
Institution / University: Islamic University Of Lebanon
📧 ghada.haddad.bouzakhem@gmail.com 0009-0009-7290-2365

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Name: Prof. Dr. / Ghaleb Khalil Farhat | Country: Lebanese Republic
Department / Fine Specialization: Lwa
Institution / University: Lebanese University

Abstract

Remote work has emerged as one of the most significant transformations in contemporary labor markets, not merely as a technological adaptation, but as a mechanism reshaping the relationship between employers and employees. Traditional labor law provisions often fall short of addressing the specificities of digital work, particularly regarding supervision, working hours, and employee rights. Private regulation frameworks have become essential to balance operational flexibility with the protection of workers’ rights, while safeguarding organizational and legal stability. This study examines the interplay between general legal provisions and private regulatory mechanisms in governing remote work, highlighting the legal and practical challenges that arise, including digital monitoring, data privacy, judicial oversight, and enforcement of protective measures. The research adopts a multi-method approach, combining legal analysis, comparative study, and practical observation, aiming to assess the adequacy of current labor law in the digital context. Ultimately, the study provides critical insights to guide legislators and courts toward regulations that maintain employee protections while accommodating the realities of remote work.
Keywords: Remote Work, Private Regulation, Judicial Oversight, Digital Supervision, Worker Protection
Research Language: Arabic
How to cite:
ElQarar Journal for Peer-Reviewed Scientific Research, Vol. 9, Issue 26, Year (3), pp. 283-306.
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The author/authors declare no conflict of interest regarding the publication of this research.

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