Abstract

The Authors examine the spread of new forms of work that are behind the classical Labour Law model, with particular reference to the so called "semi-independent" workers. Authors highlight the risks related to the inviolability of Labour Law and the lacks of the present legislative regulation as far as "semi-independent" workers are concerned. It is also stressed the obstacles to union activity both practical, such as German trade unions attitude, and legal, due to a dispute about freedom of association.