Employer Liability

Turkish law generally imposes fault-based liability on the employer; however, given the hazard class of many workplaces and the strict duty of care, in practice even very slight employer fault is enough to trigger liability (Code of Obligations art. 417). Expert reports determine the percentage of fault. The outcome depends on the specific evidence and the court's assessment; consult an attorney for your individual situation.

In a principal-subcontractor relationship, both the principal employer and the subcontractor are jointly and severally liable for damages arising from work accidents to the subcontractor's employees (Labor Code art. 2/6). If the arrangement is found to be a sham, the principal employer's liability is broadened further. Internal allocation is regulated separately. The outcome depends on the specific evidence and the court's assessment; consult an attorney for your individual situation.