Kedudukan Hukum Pekerja Freelance dalam Kondisi Perusahaan Pailit

Abstract

This study examines the legal status of freelance workers as
concurrent creditors in bankruptcy proceedings. Freelance workers, as
service providers who do not have an employment relationship with a
company, are entitled to receive payment for the services they provide.
However, in bankruptcy proceedings, freelance workers face limitations
on their rights as concurrent creditors. This research analyzes the legal
standing of freelance workers in bankruptcy proceedings and how their
rights are protected. The results of the study indicate that freelance
workers have a weak position as concurrent creditors and require better
legal protection to ensure the fulfillment of their rights. The findings also
show that freelance workers, as concurrent creditors, have limited rights
in bankruptcy proceedings, such as lower payment priority compared to
secured and preferred creditors. This study further finds that freelance
workers need stronger legal protection to ensure their rights are fulfilled
during bankruptcy proceedings. Therefore, this research is expected to
contribute to the development of bankruptcy law in Indonesia,
particularly with regard to the protection of freelance workers’ rights.