protective legislation

Protective legislation refers to laws and regulations designed to safeguard the rights, safety, and well-being of individuals, especially vulnerable groups such as workers, consumers, or disadvantaged communities. These laws set standards for fair treatment, safe working conditions, fair wages, and protection from exploitation or harm. By establishing legal boundaries, protective legislation helps ensure that individuals are treated with dignity and their fundamental rights are upheld, balancing the power between employers, service providers, and those they serve.