Newsblog on the topic of employment law

December 15, 2020 Labor law, News

Stuttgart Labor Court - dismissal without notice possible for the introduction of short-time work

The Stuttgart Labor Court has ruled at first instance that a dismissal without notice for the introduction of short-time work may be justified under certain conditions. The question of whether and, if so, under what conditions a dismissal without notice for the introduction of short-time working is possible is controversial in case law and has not yet been decided by the highest court. The question arises

December 9, 2020 Labor law, News

Ruling of the BAG - No extended notice periods for domestic workers pursuant to Section 622 (2) BGB

In a recent ruling, the Federal Labor Court clarified that the statutory extension of notice periods pursuant to Section 622 (2) BGB does not apply to employees in private households. Although there is unequal treatment with company employees, this is justified. BAG ruling from 11.06.2020 - Ref.: 2 AZR 660/19 The facts of the case The specific case involves

December 4, 2020 Labor law, News, Tax law-tax advice

Legal innovations and changes for 2021

From the beginning of 2021, there will again be legal innovations and changes. We have briefly summarized the changes that will apply from 01 January 2021. Increase in the commuter allowance from January 2021 The commuter allowance will be increased to € 0.35 / kilometer from 01.01.2021 from the 21st kilometer. The first 20 kilometers will continue to be charged at 0.30

December 3, 2020 Labor law, Tips & guide

Blocking periods/suspension periods for unemployment benefit

There are many pitfalls for employees in working life, particularly in the context of social insurance. A particular problem area is the blocking and rest periods for unemployment benefit I (ALG I). These are often ignored and only come to light when it is already too late. Anyone who enters unemployment too lightly often experiences a nasty

November 30, 2020 Labor law, Tips & guide

Expiry of vacation entitlements at the end of the year

According to the wording of Section 7 BUrlG, vacation leave must be granted and taken in the current calendar year. Carryover to the following calendar year should only be possible in exceptional cases if this is justified by urgent operational or personal reasons relating to the employee. This also means that vacation days not taken may be forfeited. Employees often do not

November 16, 2020 Labor law, Tips & guide

Is the violation of coronavirus protection regulations a reason for termination?

The coronavirus and how to deal with it are dividing opinion. While some demand and approve of more and more regulations and restrictions, others see these measures as pointless and inappropriate. Accordingly, they are calling for all restrictions to be removed. Employers sit between these positions. Their position is exacerbated by the fact that they are protected by criminal and