Why does employment law matter? The legal expression of the relation between employer and employee is a type of contractor. The employment contract confers legally enforceable rights and obligations of both employer and employee. Most people rely upon employment as their primary source of income. Employees have the right to expect fair treatment and a safe working environment. They also seek personal fulfilment and obtain entry into a social community through their work, whereas employers want the workforce to be used effectively and efficiently for their profit-making. This workshop aims to clarify the legal relationship between employers and employees and its significance. With a focus on the features of contractual employment, employers and employees can be aware of how to avoid breaking the law and handle disputes that may arise concerning employment relations.