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Germany: employment law aspects of the coalition agreement at a glance

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The coalition agreement between the CDU/CSU and the SPD, titled “Responsibility for Germany,” was announced on April 9, 2025. It outlines the future political strategy for Germany, addressing several aspects of employment...more

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Arbeitsrechtliche Elemente im Koalitionsvertrag

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Gestern haben sich die Spitzen von CDU/CSU und SPD auf den Abschluss eines Koalitionsvertrages geeinigt. Dieser muss nun noch von den jeweiligen Parteigremien abgesegnet werden, bevor er unterzeichnet werden kann. Wir haben...more

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Gerichtliche „Anpassung nach oben“ verletzt Tarifautonomie

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Dürfen die Arbeitsgerichte die zwischen Arbeitgebern und Arbeitnehmern vereinbarten Tarifverträge korrigieren? Diese Frage hat das Bundesverfassungsgericht (BVerfG) in seinem Beschluss vom 11. Dezember 2024 zu Recht verneint....more

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Kein digitales Zugangsrecht – Gewerkschaft scheitert mit Klage gegen Adidas

Spätestens seit der Corona-Pandemie erfreut sich das Home-Office großer Beliebtheit: Rund ein Viertel aller Erwerbstätigen in Deutschland arbeitet zumindest teilweise aus dem Home-Office. Doch während das mobile Arbeiten...more

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German Labour Law – An Overview 2025

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Individual labour law centres on the relationship between a person at work and their employer, as governed by the employment contract between them. Both employee and employer are affected by these rights and duties. A number...more

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Redundancy under German Labour Law – An Overview 2025

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This memorandum provides an overview of the general labour law situation and the potential pitfalls with respect to substantial redundancies. It is not a substitute for a thorough legal evaluation of an intended restructuring...more

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Key Developments in German Labor and Employment Law for 2025

Labor and employment law in Germany will see a number of important developments in 2025. The Bureaucracy Relief Act IV took effect on January 1; the EU AI Act’s initial provisions on unauthorized AI take effect on February 2;...more

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Germany: Works Agreements Cannot Legitimate Inadmissible Data Processing.

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If employers and works councils agree on ‘more specific rules’ in a works agreement regarding the processing of employees’ personal data in the employment context (Art. 88 (1) GDPR), these must take into account the general...more

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Documentación laboral en Alemania: guía legal para directores de RRHH y asesores internos estadounidenses

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Los directores de RRHH y asesores internos de empresas estadounidenses que operan a escala internacional, pueden enfrentar retos al momento de presentar la documentación laboral para operar en otros países. Por ejemplo,...more

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German Employment Documentation Law: 5 Things U.S. HR Managers and In-House Counsel Need to Know

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Navigating another country’s legal requirements can be challenging for HR managers and in-house counsel, but companies that operate internationally should recognize that employment law systems outside the United States are...more

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Increased focus of authorities on allegations of self-employment in Germany

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Reports of investigations and raids related to false self-employment ("Scheinselbstständigkeit") have dominated headlines this week, with authorities increasing their focus on businesses across various industries. Among...more

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Cross-Border Employee Leasing – Even More Red Tape for Employers of Record

What the ELA Says About Authorisation As a general rule, the ELA only applies in Germany under the territoriality principle. The Employee Leasing Act applies if the assignment is relevant to the domestic market. For example,...more

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Navigating International Whistleblower Protection Laws: Key Regulations Around the World

Foster better organizational transparency with insights into whistleblowing regulations and safeguards across the globe. Whistleblowers act as vigilant public advocates, exposing fraud and abuse. According to the...more

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Germany: Draft for Employee Data Act issued

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In October 2024, a new draft for a German Employee Data Act (Beschäftigtendatengesetz) was published. The draft aims on a comprehensive regulation of the processing of employee data prior, during, and after the termination of...more

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Female Employee Not Entitled to ‘All the Way to the Top’ Pay Gap Adjustment, German Regional Labor Court Rules

Despite performing comparable roles, women are frequently remunerated at a lower rate than their male counterparts. The Regional Labor Court of Baden-Württemberg recently decided a case with similar circumstances (judgment of...more

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Double discrimination against part-time workers

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The European Court of Justice recently found that a collective agreement provision on overtime pay potentially violated the prohibition of discrimination against part-time employees as well as the prohibition of...more

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Despidos en Alemania: Guía legal para empresas provenientes de los Estados Unidos

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Descubre los aspectos esenciales del proceso de despido en Alemania en nuestra guía legal para empresas estadounidenses. Conoce las estrictas leyes laborales, desde la necesidad de razones válidas para despedir hasta la...more

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Mastering Employee Terminations in Germany: A Practical Guide for U.S. Employers

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Navigating Germany's strict termination and severance rules can be daunting for U.S.-based companies. Unlike in the U.S., German law requires valid reasons for termination, formal warnings, and strict adherence to notice...more

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Cross-Border Legal Perspectives: Comparing the UK and Germany's Approaches to Unfair Dismissal

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Welcome to our new bi-monthly series, where we compare employment law and practice from an international perspective, drawing on the experience of local and international employment lawyers who deal with these issues every...more

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"Wachstumsinitiative" auch für die Arbeitswelt

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Die Bundesregierung hat sich am 5. Juli 2024 unter dem Titel „Wachstumsinitiative – neue wirtschaftliche Dynamik für Deutschland“ auf ein Maßnahmenpaket verständigt, das der deutschen Volkswirtschaft umgehend mehr Dynamik...more

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Bewerber googlen? LAG Düsseldorf zur Zulässigkeit & Schadensersatzrisiko

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LAG Düsseldorf: Hintergrund-Recherchen über Bewerber als Teil des üblichen Bewerbungsprozesses? Wie es in dem Zusammenhang zu einem Schadensersatzanspruch kommen kann. Ein Arbeitgeber muss einem Bewerber 1.000 EUR als...more

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Private Nutzung von Internet und E-Mail am Arbeitsplatz: Endlich mehr Sicherheit für Arbeitgeber?

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Private Nutzung von Internet und E-Mail am Arbeitsplatz: Endlich mehr Sicherheit für Arbeitgeber? Nach bisheriger Auffassung der deutschen Datenschutzbehörden ist der Arbeitgeber bei gestatteter Privatnutzung von...more

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Update Betriebsratsvergütung - Bundestag beschließt Anpassung der Vorschriften über die Entlohnung von Betriebsratsmitgliedern

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Eine Novellierung der § 37 Abs. 4 BetrVG und § 78 BetrVG soll für mehr Rechtssicherheit bei der Vergütung von Betriebsräten sorgen. Am 28. Juni 2024 hat der Bundestag einstimmig den „Entwurf eines Zweiten Gesetzes zur...more

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Arbeitsrechtliche Konsequenzen für die Kampener „Rich Kids

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AUSLÄNDERHETZE ALS KÜNDIGUNGSGRUND? Sie wollen „Deutschland den Deutschen“ vorbehalten, meinen damit ausschließlich sich selbst (nicht etwa die Kassiererin im Supermarkt) und grölen „Ausländer raus“. Sowohl ihre Kleidung...more

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AI Watch: Global regulatory tracker - Germany

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Germany evaluates AI-specific legislation needs and actively engages in international initiatives. Laws/Regulations directly regulating AI (the “AI Regulations”) Currently, with the exception of minor references to AI...more

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