The facts of the case concern the delays in labor justice procedures in a suit filed by Mr. Spoltore due to partial disability as a result of an occupational disease.

In its judgement, the IA Court elaborated on standards related to equitable and satisfactory working conditions that can guarantee workers’ health, as a component of the right to work in accordance with art. 26 of the American Convention.

The Court also noted that access to justice is a component of the right to working conditions that guarantee workers’ health.