Zlatiborski pravnički dani, 01. 01. 2011., S. 85

Златибор 2011 Социјална права и европске интеграције

Dejan Kostié, Republic Agency for Peaceful Settlement of Labour Disputes

LABOUR COURT SYSTEM IN THE EUROPEAN UNION

Abstract: This paper deals with different labour court systems and labour dispute settlements before courts in the Member States of the European Union. Today, almost all states with well-developed market relationships have established an efficient labour dispute settlement system. The contemporary system of labour dispute resolution includes compatibility of efficient labour courts, still a primary model for dispute resolution, and developed and broadly accessible mechanisms for alternative resolution options. Serbia does not have a developed and efficient labour court system. Labour dispute settlement before courts is conducted according to the civil procedures and rules. Labour disputes are carried out through a system of courts of general jurisdiction, otherwise jammed with cases. All this leads to time factor issue when settling a labour dispute. It takes an unacceptably long time, often too long, to exert significant influence on the initial problem with its result. This is the reason why acquainting with European experiences is necessary in the process of the reform of the Labour law legislation in Serbia.

Key words: Labour court, labour dispute, arbitration, mediation.

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