I- Introduction

As is known, with the 8th Judicial Package accepted in the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye on March 2, 2024, and the Law No. 7499 published in the Official Gazette No. 32487 on March 12, 2024, titled the Law on Amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code and Certain Laws, several amendments were made to the Law on the Protection of Personal Data No. 6698 (the Law).

What is Retirement?

The retirement system in Türkiye is a comprehensive and dynamic structure designed to ensure that employees can lead a comfortable and secure life after years of hard work. This system, which directly affects the lives of millions of people nationwide, regulates the eligibility for retirement based on various criteria such as age, number of premium payment days, the starting date of insurance, and the duration of being insured. Over time, laws are frequently updated in response to changing economic conditions and demographic structures, shaping the retirement age and required premium days according to new circumstances. This ongoing evolution is crucial for maintaining the sustainability of the system and ensuring the financing of retirement pensions. In recent times, new categories such as EYT (Early Retirement Age) have been introduced through reforms, along with different retirement options like partial retirement.

Egypt holds a significant place in the world with its rich history and strategic geographical location. Projected to be the third-largest economy in Africa and the 43rd largest in the world by 2024, Egypt serves as a bridge between the Middle East and Africa. Beyond being a tourist destination, it offers substantial opportunities for the business world. Hosting critical trade routes such as the Suez Canal makes Egypt a strategic player in global trade.

What is Unpaid Leave?

In the dynamic structure of working life, employees may need to take unpaid leave for various reasons. Unpaid leave means that the employee stays away from work without receiving a salary for a certain period while the employment contract continues. During this period, the employee does not have the obligation to perform work, and the employer does not have the obligation to pay a salary.

1. Introduction

The intersection of personal data protection law with various legal fields is evident. Any interference with personal data is generally considered illegal. According to our Constitution, the primary exception for processing personal data is the explicit consent of the individual. The Law on the Protection of Personal Data No. 6698 (KVKK) provides a framework for explicit consent without considering the personal characteristics of the data subject. If the data subject is a consumer, the general principles of consumer law and protective provisions established by other laws apply directly. The "power imbalance" between the data controller and the consumer must be considered, and an appropriate approach must be adopted. This article will discuss the explicit consents obtained from consumers by data controllers and the validity conditions of such consent.

What is Severance Payment?

Severance payment is an important type of compensation provided to protect the job security and economic rights of employees. This compensation, calculated based on the employee's length of service, is given when the employment contract between the employee and the employer is terminated under certain conditions. It is regarded as a reward for the employee's years of service and plays a critical role in ensuring the employee's financial security for the future. In this article, we will discuss what severance payment is, under what conditions it is granted, and how it is calculated according to the Labor Law No. 4857.

What is a Tip?

A tip is an additional payment made to an employee, particularly in workplaces such as hotels and restaurants, as an expression of satisfaction with the service provided, beyond the service charge.

I. Obligation To Protect Personal Data

Personal data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. This information may be related to the personal values of the person, his/her assets or the physical and social environment in which he/she lives. Although personal data is not a secret most of the time, real persons, as they are social beings, disclose many of their data to other real and even legal persons with whom they are in contact.

Paternity leave is a legal right that allows fathers of newborn children to take time off work to spend with their families for a certain period. This leave is crucial for working fathers to support their families and spend time with their babies after birth. Under the Turkish Labor Law, paternity leave is subject to specific rules and durations. In this article, we will answer all the details and questions about paternity leave.