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The German Federal Labour Court has tightened its case law. According to a decision from 19 March 2025 (10 AZR 67/24), the reasons for which were only recently published, employees may be entitled to an exit bonus even if the...more
Aunque muchos lo desconocen, los empleados en Alemania no tienen en automático un derecho a una indemnización por despido. Sin embargo, la ley ofrece oportunidades para obtenerla bajo ciertas condiciones. Este artículo...more
Navigating severance in Germany can be challenging for U.S. employers, as it involves strict legal frameworks, works council negotiations, and potential financial risks. While severance pay isn't automatically guaranteed,...more
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
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
Little known and therefore little used in Germany is the option of providing pension contributions instead of severance pay. If an employee has plans to retire early, or if a mutually agreed termination of the employment...more
The spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) across the globe remains a significant concern in the workplace. Employers are confronting difficult questions regarding how to handle safety and health rules, travel...more
In Germany, employees enjoy rather strong protection against termination of employment. Additionally, there are some form requirements employers must observe. This Q&A two pager gives a basic overview of the termination...more
The Background: In an effort to benefit from Brexit, Germany is looking at ways to attract financial institutions and reduce their fears of excessive employee termination protections in Germany. The Situation: The German...more
In Germany, employees frequently refuse to sign separation agreements for fear that the Employment Agency (Agentur für Arbeit) will disqualify them from receiving unemployment benefits. A revision of the Employment Agency's...more
Did you know that employees in most countries outside the United States have a contractual right to continued employment, whether or not they have written contract? If an employer does not provide an employee with a written...more