The Costa Rican legal framework provides workers with a robust set of provisions to ensure effective administrative and judicial remedies in cases of labor disputes. Labor courts, as outlined in Article 430, have the authority to adjudicate various types of disputes and conflicts arising from the application of the Labor Code. This includes individual or collective disputes, conflicts stemming from employment contracts, and issues closely linked to employment relationships.

Article 19 of the Constitution confirms that foreigners are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of justice and the authorities of the Republic, without recourse to diplomatic channels, except as provided by international agreements.

Article 56 of the Political Constitution elevates work to the status of an individual's right and an obligation towards society. The protection of the right to work as a fundamental rights are part of the competence exercised by the Constitutional Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice, through through the resources of "amparo". This process can be initiated against either public institutions that impede an individual's ability to secure employment or against private individuals acting as employers, provided that a clear subordination relationship is identified.This action may be filed by nationals, refugees or asylum seekers, in case of violation of their right to work or self-employed.