Employment law

Overview of some important topics in employment law.

During the probationary period special rules apply regarding termination period, salary continuation and the termination locking periods

Unless otherwise agreed or prescribed, termination can be effected by WhatsApp or SMS.

A termination is wrongful if pronounced for specific reasons.

The terminated party can request a statement of the reasons for the termination

A termination is inopportune when pronounced during illness and other cases.

Employment agreements can be terminated by mutual consent.

Workplace bullying is highly distressing for those affected and can lead to health problems.

Home Office from abroad – Permissibility and limits of cross-border home office activities

The rules on maximum working hours do not apply to higher executive employees etc.

The post-contractual non-competition clause prohibits the employee from competing with the employer.