Trainees in a dual training program (in-company training) receive a training allowance, which serves to ensure that they can earn a living during their training. For this reason, it is at the center of many prospective trainees' considerations. We clarify the most important questions for you on the subject of training allowance and answer what trainees in Germany are entitled to. Table of contents: How much
If the employer does not pay a salary, employees can quickly find themselves in a financial emergency. After all, the rent, weekly groceries and a tank of gas have to be paid. But don't panic: The money is not lost, but can be claimed from your employer. If there is a significant delay in payment, you can also sue for your salary. But
So it's official: as of April 1, 2024, the possession and consumption of cannabis products by citizens of legal age in certain quantities will no longer be punishable by law. Many employers are now wondering how the new cannabis law will affect everyday working life in their companies. Can employees now simply smoke a joint during their lunch break? What
Unequal pay for work of equal value is to end in the European Union. On June 6, 2023, the Pay Transparency Directive came into force, which will ensure greater transparency in employee pay and even provide for compensation in the event of pay discrimination. The EU member states must transpose the directive into national law by June 7, 2026. Accordingly, the
A large number of students, school pupils and trainees take advantage of the wide range of internships offered by renowned companies to gain the necessary practical experience before starting their careers. The primary aim is to get to know companies and work processes and to make contacts. However, if it is a full-time internship or the desired internship takes place in a foreign city, the question of
You probably know the feeling: your vacation is over, you pack your bags, say goodbye to the sun and soon you're back in the grey daily grind. A new phenomenon for location-independent workers now combines vacation and everyday life and is becoming increasingly popular. But what exactly is workation, what are the advantages and disadvantages and
