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German Federal Labor Court Strengthens Employee Rights for Virtual Stock Options upon Employment Termination - Legal Insights...

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In its ruling dated March 19, 2025, the German Federal Labor Court (BAG)—in contrast to the two previous instances and contrary to its previous case law—deemed an expiry clause in general terms and conditions to be...more

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German Federal Labor Court Finds Certain Virtual Stock Option Forfeiture Clauses May Unreasonably Disadvantage Employees

On March 19, 2025, the German Federal Labor Court (Bundesarbeitsgericht or BAG) held in Case No.: 10 AZR 67/24 that certain forfeiture clauses in General Terms and Conditions of Business (Allgemeine Geschäftsbedingungen or...more

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VSOPs – the End of Bad Leaver Clauses in Germany?

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Virtual Stock Option Plans (VSOPs) are a common tool used by companies to incentivize employees by linking part of their compensation to the company’s long-term success. Unlike traditional stock options, VSOPs do not grant...more

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Germany’s Bureaucracy Reduction Act IV Will Begin the Process of Streamlining Formal Requirements of Employment Law

The coalition agreement of the recently dissolved “Traffic Light Coalition” government in Germany had provided for counteracting the trend of increasing bureaucratic burdens, especially for companies....more

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German Employment Law Changes for 2024

In Germany, every new year brings with it changes and updates in employment law. We have summarized below which new regulations may want to prepare for in the course of 2024....more

McDermott Will & Emery

[Webinar] Looking Ahead to 2024: Global Labor and Employment Legal Update - December 6th, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm EST

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Following a dynamic year coupled with a continually evolving legal landscape, employers may feel that they are left with more questions than answers. Join us for an in-depth webinar that will unpack the most pertinent legal...more

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International Women’s Day 2022: German Employment Law Reforms Promoting Gender Equality

International Women’s Day, which draws attention to women’s rights and gender equality worldwide, has been celebrated since 1911. In order to counteract any inequalities that women may face in the workforce, the German...more

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German Employment Law: A Look at Important Changes for 2022

As usual, there are some important changes in German employment law that went into effect at the beginning of the new year. Below are eight of the most important new developments about which employers may want to be aware....more

McDermott Will & Emery

[Webinar] HR NEWS – Immer UpToDate im Arbeitsrecht - March 18th, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm CET

Mit der Online-Eventreihe „HR NEWS“ laden wir Sie herzlich ein, mit uns über aktuelle Entwicklungen und praktische Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten im Arbeitsrecht zu diskutieren. Ziel ist es, Ihnen einen grundlegenden Überblick...more

McDermott Will & Emery

[Webinar] HR NEWS - Always UpToDate in Labor Law - March 18th, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm CET

With the online event series “HR NEWS” we cordially invite you to discuss current developments and practical design options in labor law with us. The aim is to give you a basic overview of the changed legal situation and...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Employment Flash - October 2020

This edition of Employment Flash summarizes key employment law issues, including the Department of Labor's proposal for determining independent contractor status, revised DOL regulations that clarify who qualifies for...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Employment Flash - January 2019

This edition of Employment Flash looks at developments in labor and employment law, including with respect to restrictive covenants; new state anti-harassment laws; minimum wage increases; age bias claims; and the employee...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Employment Flash - November 2017

Recently Passed US Federal, State and Local and International Employment Laws - This November 2017 special edition of the Employment Flash summarizes certain noteworthy U.S. federal, state and local, as well as...more

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