{"id":9243,"date":"2024-12-29T12:34:45","date_gmt":"2024-12-29T09:34:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ckay.com.tr\/en\/?p=9243"},"modified":"2024-12-29T12:34:45","modified_gmt":"2024-12-29T09:34:45","slug":"work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey","title":{"rendered":"Work Accident and Compensation Rights in Turkey"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e6e6e6;color:#e6e6e6\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e6e6e6;color:#e6e6e6\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#Compensation_Rights_Following_a_Work_Accident\" >Compensation Rights Following a Work Accident<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#1_Moral_Compensation\" >1. Moral Compensation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#2_Material_Compensation\" >2. Material Compensation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#3_Compensation_for_Deprivation_of_Support\" >3. Compensation for Deprivation of Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#4_Loss_of_Work_Capacity_Compensation\" >4. Loss of Work Capacity Compensation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#Statute_of_Limitations_For_Work_Accident_Claims\" >Statute of Limitations For Work Accident Claims<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#Legal_Process_in_Occupational_Accidents\" >Legal Process in Occupational Accidents<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#1_Social_Security_Institution_SSI_Notification\" >1. Social Security Institution (SSI) Notification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#2_Filing_a_Compensation_Case\" >2. Filing a Compensation Case<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#3_Work_Accident_Determination_Case\" >3. Work Accident Determination Case<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#Key_Considerations_in_Work_Accident_Cases\" >Key Considerations in Work Accident Cases<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#1_Gathering_Evidence\" >1. Gathering Evidence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#2_Adherence_to_the_Statute_of_Limitations\" >2. Adherence to the Statute of Limitations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#3_Petition_Content\" >3. Petition Content<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#Authorized_and_Competent_Courts\" >Authorized and Competent Courts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/publications\/employment-law\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9257 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey-en-ckay-2024-content-image.png\" alt=\"Work Accident and Compensation Rights in Turkey\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey-en-ckay-2024-content-image.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey-en-ckay-2024-content-image-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey-en-ckay-2024-content-image-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey-en-ckay-2024-content-image-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/work-accident-and-compensation-rights-in-turkey-en-ckay-2024-content-image-1536x864.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Learn about work accident compensation rights in Turkey, including moral, material claims, legal processes, statute limitations, and court jurisdictions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Work accidents are a critical concern in occupational health and safety, often leaving workers or their families grappling with physical, emotional, and financial burdens. Defined under Turkey&#8217;s Law No. 6331 on Occupational Health and Safety, a work accident refers to any event occurring at the workplace or during work-related activities that harms the physical or mental health of employees or, in severe cases, results in death. Understanding the compensation rights associated with these incidents is essential for employees and their families seeking justice and recovery.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compensation_Rights_Following_a_Work_Accident\"><\/span>Compensation Rights Following a Work Accident<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">After a work accident, Turkish Labor Law provides several types of compensation that injured workers or their families can claim. These include:<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Moral_Compensation\"><\/span>1. Moral Compensation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">This form of compensation addresses the emotional and psychological suffering experienced by the worker due to the accident. If the worker has passed away, the worker&#8217;s immediate relatives are entitled to claim moral compensation.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Material_Compensation\"><\/span>2. Material Compensation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Material compensation aims to cover the economic losses incurred as a result of the accident. This includes medical expenses, loss of earnings, and other financial damages.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Compensation_for_Deprivation_of_Support\"><\/span>3. Compensation for Deprivation of Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In the unfortunate event of a fatal work accident, this compensation is granted to the dependents of the deceased worker, ensuring their financial stability in the absence of the worker&#8217;s support.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Loss_of_Work_Capacity_Compensation\"><\/span>4. Loss of Work Capacity Compensation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">If the accident reduces the worker&#8217;s ability to perform their job, they can claim compensation for the diminished capacity to work, ensuring they receive financial relief for their reduced earning potential.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statute_of_Limitations_For_Work_Accident_Claims\"><\/span>Statute of Limitations For Work Accident Claims<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Under Article 146 of the Turkish Code of Obligations, claims related to work accidents are subject to a general limitation period of 10 years. This applies to all compensation-related lawsuits stemming from work accidents, as no specific limitation regulation exists for such cases. It is crucial to initiate legal proceedings within this timeframe to avoid losing the right to compensation.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Process_in_Occupational_Accidents\"><\/span>Legal Process in Occupational Accidents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Navigating the legal process correctly is key to securing compensation after a work accident. Here are the essential steps involved:<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Social_Security_Institution_SSI_Notification\"><\/span>1. Social Security Institution (SSI) Notification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Employers must promptly report work accidents to the Social Security Institution (SSI). The SSI evaluates the incident, prepares a report, determines whether it qualifies as a work accident, and assigns fault percentages to the involved parties.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Filing_a_Compensation_Case\"><\/span>2. Filing a Compensation Case<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">If the SSI classifies the incident as a work accident, the injured worker or beneficiaries can file a compensation lawsuit to claim both material and moral damages.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Work_Accident_Determination_Case\"><\/span>3. Work Accident Determination Case<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">If the SSI does not acknowledge the incident as a work accident, the affected party must file a case to have the accident officially recognized. This lawsuit involves both the SSI and the employer. Compensation lawsuits can only proceed after a final decision on this determination case.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Considerations_in_Work_Accident_Cases\"><\/span>Key Considerations in Work Accident Cases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Success in work accident cases often hinges on proper preparation and attention to detail. Consider the following:<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Gathering_Evidence\"><\/span>1. Gathering Evidence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Critical documents such as witness statements, medical reports, and incident records should be meticulously collected and submitted with the case file.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Adherence_to_the_Statute_of_Limitations\"><\/span>2. Adherence to the Statute of Limitations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Legal actions must commence within 10 years from the date of the accident. Timely filing ensures the claim remains valid.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Petition_Content\"><\/span>3. Petition Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The legal petition must be clear, concise, and supported by relevant legal grounds to strengthen the case.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Authorized_and_Competent_Courts\"><\/span>Authorized and Competent Courts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Work accident cases in Turkey fall under the jurisdiction of Labour Courts. Depending on the circumstances, cases can be filed in the court where:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">The accident occurred,<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">The defendant resides, or<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">The workplace responsible for the accident is located.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Choosing the appropriate court ensures a smoother and more efficient legal process.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Work accidents impact not just individuals but society as a whole, highlighting the importance of legal protections and compliance with safety regulations. Properly navigating the legal process ensures that victims and their families receive the compensation they deserve. Both employers and employees must act conscientiously to uphold their responsibilities, fostering safer working environments and protecting workers\u2019 rights.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">With a clear understanding of compensation rights, legal steps, and court procedures, employees can confidently seek justice and recovery, ensuring their well-being and financial security in the aftermath of a work accident.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn about work accident compensation rights in Turkey, including moral, material claims, legal processes, statute limitations, and court jurisdictions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9245,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[71,3],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[59],"class_list":["post-9243","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-employment-law","category-publications"],"authors":[{"term_id":59,"user_id":0,"is_guest":1,"slug":"azra-yurdagul","display_name":"Azra YURDAGUL","avatar_url":{"url":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/azra-yurdagul-ckay-law-firm-scaled.jpeg","url2x":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/azra-yurdagul-ckay-law-firm-scaled.jpeg"},"0":null,"1":"","2":"","3":"","4":"","5":"","6":"","7":"","8":""}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9243","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9243"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9243\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9260,"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9243\/revisions\/9260"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9245"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9243"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9243"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9243"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ckay.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ppma_author?post=9243"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}