Our free severance pay calculator allows you to get a rough overview of what amount of severance pay is likely in your specific case within a few minutes. We have specially mapped a (even quite large) range in which 90%…
Receiving a letter of termination is a positive surprise for very few employees – and initially throws many people off course. Nevertheless, in the event of a dismissal it is important to remain calm, avoid “gross mistakes” and consistently take…
In Germany, there are around 200,000 disputes about unfair dismissal every year (BMAS). In a number of cases where employers dismiss employees, the employees concerned often receive compensation, even though there is no legal obligation to offer such compensation. Nevertheless,…
Introduction to Certificate of Employment A certificate of employment, also known as an employment reference or “Arbeitszeugnis” in German, forms a vital component of the German employment landscape. This document, legally entitled to every employee, serves as a comprehensive record…
Introduction to German Employment Law German Employment Law forms the cornerstone of labor relations in Germany, shaping the interactions between employers and employees and providing a comprehensive framework for workplace rights and responsibilities. Renowned for its extensive worker protections, this…
The EU Labour Law (European Union labour law) is a comprehensive body of legislation structured by the European Union to maintain social equity and dignity of labour across its member states. This law is primarily centered around preserving workers’ rights,…
Employees as well as employers in Germany have the option to terminate an employment relationship without notice by signing a termination agreement. It is common for a severance payment to be included in the termination offer, especially when the employer…
If you have received a letter of termination as an employee, you should know that German labour law offers you possibilities to take action against this dismissal. One of these possibilities is an action for protection against dismissal. An action…
Germany has a reputation for being one of the more worker-friendly countries, particularly in relation to employee termination. Nonetheless, it is still possible to be dismissed in Germany, occasionally for fairly routine reasons. Any individual who receives a dismissal notice…