Mental illnesses have been on the rise in Germany for several years. These are often associated with longer periods of individual sick leave due to depression or anxiety disorders. Longer periods of sick leave for individual employees can also jeopardize their jobs. For this reason, employers regularly conduct a so-called BEM interview. If a letter with an invitation to a BEM meeting arrives in the letterbox, this has the effect of
As an employee, you are entitled to time off or paid special leave. The death of a close relative, the illness of a child or your own wedding are the best known cases. However, there are usually other options available to you. The German Civil Code (BGB), the Federal Leave Act (BUrlG), your employment contract or the applicable collective agreement oblige your employer to grant you
Suspicion of theft in the employment relationship is a serious accusation for employers and an existential threat for employees. In such cases, a termination without notice is often issued - often on the basis of mere suspicion. However, the decisive factor is that such a dismissal is usually invalid without a proper hearing on suspicion. It is therefore crucial for both sides
Gender-equitable language not only causes conflicts in society, but increasingly also in the employment relationship. More and more frequently, the question arises as to whether employers are allowed to oblige their employees to use certain forms of language - and what the consequences are under employment law if employees refuse to do so. It becomes particularly explosive when warnings or even dismissal are issued. This is where employment law
Millions of people submit their tax returns every year. Hardly anyone is aware of the numerous regulations and laws and so various mistakes are often made. Others, on the other hand, knowingly enter false information in their tax return in order to „cheat“ a little. Although numerous applications for computers or cell phones such as ELSTER, buhl or taxfix now make it easier to
Planning annual leave is one of the classic challenges in everyday working life. Employers not only have to take operational concerns into account, but also comply with a number of labor law requirements. A mistake in vacation planning can be expensive - for example, due to remaining vacation not expiring or claims for damages. Table of contents: Legal basics Common pitfalls in annual planning Practical tips for employers You need legal advice
