
The development of digital work tools, such as digital platforms and remote work systems, is significantly transforming traditional employment models. This article examines the impact of these changes on labour law in the context of both Polish and EU legal regulations. Particular attention is given to remote work and platform work, which introduce new challenges regarding workers’ rights protection, occupational safety, and the relationship between employers and employees. The author highlights the need to adapt legal provisions to dynamic technological changes, emphasising the importance of regulating the legal status of platform workers and the principles governing remote work. At the same time, the article stresses the need to consider the fundamental characteristics of the employment relationship, including the subordination of employees to the employer in the work process and the employer’s risk. This article underscores the ongoing need to adapt labour law to the challenges of the digital era to ensure a balance between work flexibility and employment stability.