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%…
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…
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,…
In Germany, it is usually against the law to dismiss an employee during parental leave. The country is moving towards a more employee-centred approach, particularly with regard to dismissal. However, cases of dismissal, although rare, can still occur during parental…
Is income tax applicable to severance pay in Germany? Unfortunately, employees are required to pay income taxes on their severance pay. In most cases, the full amount is subject to taxation, despite it being a one-time compensation meant to reimburse…