Job termination

• Job termination

The Unfair Dismissal Protection Act protects - among other things - employees from wrongful termination. It limits valid dismissals to only three c...

• Job termination

If you are dismissed, resign, or sign a termination agreement, unemployment benefits often do not start immediately. The reason is a statutory bloc...

• Job termination

Understanding how to calculate your notice period is crucial for both employees and employers. This guide explains the legal framework, the differe...

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The action for unfair dismissal is the most important legal tool for employees who want to challenge a dismissal in Germany. It must be filed with ...

• Job termination

An employer can issue a change notice (Änderungskündigung) to end an existing employment contract while simultaneously offering a continuation unde...

• Job termination
• Severance Pay

A dismissal during short-time work (Kurzarbeit) is generally possible. Many employees assume the opposite, but that is only partly true. Personal a...

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Termination Letter Template for EmployeesUse the termination letter to officially declare your resignation to your employer. Make sure you meet cer...

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When can an employer legally dismiss an employee in Germany? Our article explains the main reasons for termination, how the German Protection Again...

• Job termination

Fixed-term employment contracts are common in Germany, and many employees work on a temporary basis for years. Problems often start when employers ...