Article 144 of Private Sector Labour Law

In the event of denial, actions brought by workers pursuant to the provisions of this Law shall not be heard after one year from the date of termination of the employment contract. The provisions of paragraph (2) of Article (442) of the Civil Code shall apply to denial. Actions brought by workers or persons entitled through them shall be exempt from judicial fees. Nevertheless, when dismissing the actions, the court may order the person bringing them to pay all or part of the costs. Labour actions shall be heard urgently.