Pattaya:Sia Champathong, a Member of Parliament from the People's Party, has commended 24 disabled employees for their persistent legal battle, which resulted in their employer agreeing to pay compensation.
According to Thai News Agency, the case highlighted the government's failure to enforce labor laws, leaving workers to navigate the legal system alone. The employees, who were unfairly dismissed by Basini Production Co., Ltd., had to fight for nearly two years to secure their rights.
The legal proceedings began on March 1, 2025, when the company terminated the employment of all 24 workers without paying severance or other entitlements. After the Chonburi Provincial Labor Inspectorate ordered the company to compensate the employees, the employer ignored the directive, leading to criminal charges. In a recent court hearing, the defendants admitted guilt, and a civil settlement was reached, awarding the employees 1,700,000 baht.
Mr. Sia emphasized the lack of support from the government and labor officials, noting that the workers had to repeatedly petition for help with little success. Despite their physical disabilities, these employees demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination in their fight for justice.