Rights & Remedies
Work-Life Balance
Measures and rights designed to help employees reconcile professional and family responsibilities.
Definition
As introduced and strengthened by Act LXXIV of 2022, transposing EU Directive 2019/1158, work-life balance refers to a set of rights and provisions aimed at supporting parents and carers in balancing their professional duties with family responsibilities. Key elements include enhanced paternity leave, parental leave, and the right to request flexible working arrangements. These measures are intended to promote equal opportunities in the labor market and encourage a more equitable distribution of care responsibilities.