Dismissal for “operational reasons” in Germany – what you need to know
A termination for “operational reasons” can be legal in Germany if the job position of the employee who is…
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How to find a labor lawyer in Germany
Germany tends to be among the more employee-friendly countries, for instance, when it comes to firing employees. However, you…
What happens to untaken holidays when you lose your job in Germany?
Losing your job comes as a surprise – at least for most employees. Almost no one has taken exactly…
Can you get fired in Germany for being sick?
Germany tends to be among the more employee-friendly countries, especially when it comes to firing employees. However, you still…
Termination during parental leave in Germany
A termination during parental leave in Germany is generally prohibited. Germany tends to be among the more employee-friendly countries,…
Termination during “short-time” in Germany – What are your rights?
A termination during “short-time-work” (Kurzarbeit) in Germany is generally – legal! There is a widespread misconception that your employer…
How to lower your tax burden on severance pay in Germany – 3 “tax traps” to avoid!
Do you have to pay income tax on severance pay in Germany? Yes – unfortunately, employees have to pay income…