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  • August 26, 2026

Costa Rican Businesses Prepare for Mandatory Afro-Costa Rican Culture Day Holiday Pay Regulations

San José, Costa Rica — As Costa Rica approaches late August, businesses across the nation are preparing for a significant…
  • August 25, 2026

Navigating the Complexities of Costa Rican Holiday Pay for August 31

San José, Costa Rica — Costa Rica’s robust legal framework surrounding worker rights presents a unique operational landscape for business…
  • July 20, 2026

Mercedes Flores Badilla Takes Control of Costa Rica Ministry of Labor

San José, Costa Rica — The administration of Costa Rican President Laura Fernández has officially designated attorney Mercedes Flores Badilla…
  • December 26, 2025

Holiday Disrupted as 36 Firms Face Investigation for Unpaid Bonuses

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ, Costa Rica – The holiday cheer has been cut short for many workers…
  • December 22, 2025

Employers Face Millions in Fines Over Unpaid Christmas Bonuses

San José, Costa Rica — The festive season has been soured for hundreds of workers across Costa Rica as the…
  • December 16, 2025

Employers Face December 20 Aguinaldo Payment Deadline

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – As the holiday season reaches its peak, the vast majority…
  • October 15, 2025

Unions Propose 2.63 Percent Minimum Wage Increase

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – The annual and often contentious process of setting Costa Rica’s private sector…
  • October 7, 2025

New Bill Offers Job Lifeline to Child Support Debtors

San José, Costa Rica — San José – A groundbreaking legislative proposal is making its way through Costa Rica’s government,…