People work from Monday to Friday, do the shopping and housework on Saturday and Sunday is a day of rest. The holy day of the week belongs to the family and the church, work rests. At least that's how the Christian tradition, which originated in the Middle Ages and continues to have an impact on case law to this day, sees it. The Working Hours Act stipulates that employees must „work on
Time and again, employees are dismissed on suspicion. The background to this is often that an offense has been committed that cannot be clarified beyond doubt. It is therefore not certain whether the employee concerned is actually responsible or not. Nevertheless, employers are allowed to dismiss employees in such situations under certain circumstances. There are
The employees' right to strike has grown historically and is the sharpest sword in industrial action for better wages and working conditions. Since a strike not only affects the employers and thus the financial situation of the company, but in many sectors also affects outsiders, the right to strike raises many questions. In recent years, it has been felt that outsiders are increasingly
Around a third of German employees are thinking about quitting their job. This is the result of a survey conducted by management consultants McKinsey, in which almost 1,300 employees took part in September 2022. If an employee ultimately decides to terminate the existing employment relationship, there are a number of points that need to be considered for a correct termination. In the
During the Advent season, many employers organize a Christmas party for the workforce. The get-together in a relaxed atmosphere usually improves the working atmosphere and gives employees a sense of appreciation. However, a company Christmas party is also fraught with all kinds of legal pitfalls. We clarify the most important questions for you. Table of contents: Does the employer have to organize a Christmas party?
Severance pay is often paid by the employer when an employment relationship is terminated. Although there is generally no entitlement to a severance payment, it is often granted in order to avoid an action for unfair dismissal or to end ongoing legal proceedings by means of a settlement. It should be noted that the severance payment must also be taxed. For employees
