Protective Functions in the Craftsman Example

  • Labor law

    • Protects employees from excessive working hours and unsafe conditions
  • Tax obligations

    • Ensure contributions to public infrastructure
  • Social security obligations

    • Secial Security for Employees (e.g. accidents)

    • Financial resources of the insurance providers

  • Data protection and information duties

    • Protect customer and employee data from misuse
  • Environmental and product safety

    • Ensure that products do not endanger consumers or harm the environment
  • Patent law, Competition law

    • Protects the craftsman’s own innovations

    • Safeguards the rights of competitors by setting clear limits for innovation and competition