Tööandjat
Tööandjat is an Estonian term that translates to "employer" in English. It refers to a person or an organization that hires individuals to perform work in exchange for payment, typically wages or salary. In the context of Estonian labor law, a tööandjat has specific rights and responsibilities concerning their employees. These include providing a safe working environment, adhering to labor contracts, paying wages on time, and complying with social security contributions.
The relationship between a tööandjat and an employee is legally defined by a labor contract, which outlines
Conversely, employees, referred to as "töötaja," are obligated to perform their agreed-upon duties diligently and follow