Motivación en las sentencias emitidas por los jueces de primer nivel en Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract:This paper analyzes the reasoning behind judgments issued by first-level judges in Ecuador, using as a case study the protection action No. 08308-2023-00583, filed by the plaintiff. This constitutional action was filed due to the violation of her rights during her pregnancy, such as the right to equality, to work, and to enhanced job security. The main objective of this study is to examine whether the judicial decision is reasoned in accordance with constitutional principles and Ecuadorian jurisprudential standards. The methodology used was qualitative and documentary, with jurisprudential and doctrinal analysis of sufficient and correct reasoning. The results show that the analyzed judgment contains structured and formally adequate reasoning, although elements are identified that could be questioned from a fundamental rights perspective, especially in relation to the enhanced protection of pregnant women. This work contributes to legal reflection on the importance of judicial reasoning as a guarantee of the right to defense and the control of the legality of jurisdictional decisions.