The impact of the coronavirus crisis on the economy is severe. One instrument to alleviate the difficult situation for companies is the short-time working allowance (KUG) granted by the Federal Employment Agency. However, employers should urgently observe a few conditions. Prerequisite for short-time working allowance The short-time working allowance from the Employment Agency is only granted for employment relationships that have not been terminated. The aim of the
According to a recent ruling by the Federal Social Court, fuel vouchers and remuneration for advertising space can constitute remuneration subject to social security contributions if they merely replace gross wages. This is also the case if these remunerations fall below the de minimis limit of EUR 44 relevant under tax law (BSG ruling of 23.02.2021 - B 12 R 21/18 R). Decision by the Federal Social Court on the „non-cash benefit“
Nowadays, crowdworking and corresponding provider platforms such as AppJobber, Freelancer or Clickworker are becoming increasingly popular. Companies are tempted by the opportunity to work conveniently and flexibly from home via the internet. However, many activities and employers do not give a particularly reputable impression. Employees who work in crowdworking / crowdsourcing are often perceived as an army of
As an employee, dismissal for operational reasons is often like a slap in the face. Fears about the future are often mixed with a feeling of powerlessness. Many dismissals, including dismissals for operational reasons, are legally contestable. On 2 September 2020, the Cologne Regional Labour Court (LAG) ruled in favour of an employee who took legal action against his dismissal for operational reasons. The ruling was justified on the grounds that the employer had permanently
In the course of the coronavirus pandemic, more and more employees have switched from the office or company to working from home. Current regulations such as the Corona Occupational Health and Safety Ordinance enable many employees to work from home. In political discourse, there is even talk of a general right to work from home or an obligation to work from home. Agreements between employers and employees are often made at short notice. This must
An employee of a parcel delivery company stole a liter of disinfectant and a towel roll from his workplace in March 2020. The subsequent dismissal without notice by the employer has now been confirmed by the Düsseldorf Regional Labor Court. The background: Theft of disinfectant / termination without notice The employee, who was employed as a loader and unloader and as a vehicle washer, carried out a number of tasks during the night shift of the
