Mishpetei Uzziel vol. 4 Hoshen Mishpat 42 (Rabbi Ben-Zion Meir Chai Uzziel) - B

How does one establish a relationship of love and honor? “[if after seven years, an indentured servant does not want to leave because] it is good for him/her [to be with you]” (Deuteronomy 15) This means: s/he is your kin in regard to food and in regard to drink. (Talmud Kiddushin 20a). This teaches that the relationship between the employer and the worker needs to be a relationship of fellowship, as with an equal, and not a relationship in which one person is of inferior status, as such a relationship can lead to acts that are insulting or that induce shame, for the employer needs to show toward the employee the same qualities that the employee shows toward the employer. Through this partnership, the work of the household will be completed. [Translation by Rabbi Jill Jacobs]