Without a doubt, the right to remuneration is one the key rights of an employee. What is more, the problem of remuneration in the doctrine of labor law is vast and complicated. Said issue is related to the fact that the rules in which the amount of the remuneration is established, can be found in many acts of law, such as statutes, collective bargaining agreements, remuneration agreements as well as employment contracts. The article elaborates on select issues relating to the establishment of rules of remuneration which are both — controversial and up to date. The article elaborates on the establishment of remuneration of Supreme Court Justices as well as academic teachers in Poland. The author argues that not only are the employers in violation of the rules pertinent to the establishment of the rules of remuneration, but so is the legislative body. Notwithstanding the main theme of the article, it needs to be highlighted, that the one rule that is to be appreciated and respected by all parties is the non-discrimination principle.