Whether it's paying for a purchase, verifying a coronavirus vaccination or now almost all telecommunications at work or with friends: digitalization is now an integral part of our lives and is encroaching on more and more areas of everyday life. So far, little attention has been paid to the question of what happens to a citizen's digital legacy after their death.
Many employees are familiar with the problem - although they are prepared to work their contractually agreed hours, they end up with minus hours. These can arise for a variety of reasons that are the responsibility of either the employer or the employee. But how do you deal with minus hours? What is the employer allowed to do? What rights does the employee have? We
More and more employees have a side income in addition to their main job. But not everything is allowed. Employers are not allowed to prohibit every side job - but there are clear rules. Table of contents: Do I need my employer's permission for a part-time job? What restrictions apply to a part-time job? Can my employer prohibit a part-time job? Do I have to report my part-time job? What happens,
A miscarriage is an enormous emotional and physical burden for the women affected. Until now, however, the Maternity Protection Act left them without special protection in many cases. An important reform has been in place since June 1, 2025: women are now entitled to maternity protection periods, maternity pay and special protection against dismissal even after a miscarriage - depending on the time of pregnancy. Table of contents:
An accident at work can happen quickly. They are often minor matters that are hardly worth mentioning at first. However, even such trifles can lead to serious restrictions later on. A vivid example of this are minor injuries that become seriously infected or even lead to blood poisoning. But even direct physical injuries and
Flirtation or risk of dismissal? More and more couples are getting to know each other at work. But what rules actually apply to romantic relationships in the workplace? When is the employer allowed to intervene - and when not? This article provides an overview for employees and employers. Table of contents: Are colleagues allowed to be a couple? What applies to relationships between superiors and subordinates? May the employer
