A CARACTERIZAÇÃO DO CYBER ATLETA COMO EMPREGADO DAS ORGANIZAÇÕES DE ESPORTES ELETRÔNICOS

Abstract

Esports have been growing rapidly in Brazil and around the world in recent years, leading to a number of legal issues. This study seeks to understand a little about this world, providing concepts, applicable legislation, especially with regard to the employment relations between eSports athletes and eSports organizations. The main question to be answered is whether there is an employment relationship between these subjects. The research was conducted qualitatively, with a study of Brazilian legislation, specialized doctrine, case law, reports produced by companies in the field, and interviews with participants in the industry. It was found that, according to the applicable legislation and decisions of the judiciary, it is possible for there to be an employment relationship between eSports athletes and eSports organizations.