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Dismissal Protection Act – your rights in Germany
The Unfair Dismissal Protection Act protects – among other things – employees from wrongful termination. It limits valid dismissals to…
Social plan & reconciliation of interests: severance pay and criteria
Companies often have to adapt to changing economic conditions. These adjustments can range from organisational changes to the closure or…
Reference letter after termination: How to request your certificate
Even though employment references have become somewhat less important in recent years, many employers, especially in the public sector and…
Return of the company laptop and phone after termination
When employees resign (or are terminated) in Germany, they have to return company devices like laptops and phones by the…
How to register as unemployed after termination in Germany
Employees whose employment relationship ends due to termination or a termination agreement must register as “seeking work” with the Federal…
Employment ban during pregnancy: your rights under German labour law
An employment ban during pregnancy regulates the period during which an expectant mother is medically prohibited from working. There are…
Redundancy rules in Germany: social selection explained
In Germany, a redundancy dismissal (betriebsbedingte Kündigung) is only valid if the employer conducts a proper social selection (Sozialauswahl). The…
Blocking period for unemployment benefits: What applies after being fired?
If you are dismissed, resign, or sign a termination agreement, unemployment benefits often do not start immediately. The reason is…
Reference letter wording: 10 phrases to watch in German employment references
German employment references often hide subtle evaluations and “grades” in the wording. Phrases like “always,” “consistently,” or “to the fullest…
Overview of the deadline for an unfair dismissal claim: What to consider?
An action for unfair dismissal is the most important means for employees to defend themselves against dismissal. However, it must…