Employment Law

When an employment relationship concludes after a long period or a termination is issued, employees typically receive a severance payment—a one-time financial compensation. You seek acknowledgment for your dedicated service and, most importantly, for the loss of your job. This is particularly crucial for older individuals who may find it challenging to secure immediate employment in the job market. Consequently, severance pay serves as essential social security—and its amount is negotiable.

It is therefore up to you to secure the best possible outcome. Effective negotiation techniques are paramount, not only to maximize your compensation but also to avoid a stressful legal dispute. We are here to assist you: our employment law attorneys ensure that you receive what you deserve and negotiate severance terms with your employer on your behalf.

Labor law is a highly dynamic field, often marked by personal relationships that can lead to disputes between employees and employers. As these conflicts are typically resolved in labor courts, it is crucial to understand the specific intricacies of labor court procedures. In the first instance, employees are responsible for bearing the costs of legal representation. Consequently, the prospects of success must be meticulously evaluated beforehand. The foundation of a labor court process lies in a strategic balance between compelling argumentation and tactical maneuvering. Our expert team of experienced and proficient labor law attorneys is dedicated to assisting you through every stage of litigation before the labor courts.

The fundamental obligations of employees and employers are outlined in the employment contract, including the scope of duties, working hours, type and amount of remuneration, vacation regulations, and more. However, these documents often contain numerous complex and difficult-to-understand clauses. As a result, it is not always immediately clear whether everything stated in the employment contract is permissible.

Ambiguous formulations can impede collaboration and simultaneously increase the risk of legal disputes. We assist you in navigating this legal maze: our competent and experienced employment law attorneys thoroughly review your existing contracts for disadvantageous or invalid clauses. With our personalized recommendations, you can effectively safeguard your rights and confidently address any contractual issues.

When applying for a new position, you are typically required to provide your most recent employment references. Employers use these to form a comprehensive impression of you. Since your professional advancement can depend on it, it is essential that the reference is formulated positively and truthfully, accurately reflecting your actual skills and abilities.

Are you dissatisfied with your reference? Are you aware of the "codes" commonly used in employment references? Is your reference genuinely as positive as it appears?

Our employment law attorneys are pleased to review it for you: We will go through your documents with you and inform you about any misleading formulations. If you have not been evaluated truthfully, we will request a new, performance-based employment reference from your employer on your behalf.

Can your employer require you to work overtime or even on weekends for the company? Under the Working Time Act, employers are obligated to adhere to binding regulations and limits. Additionally, they must monitor compliance with these provisions.

The law grants employees rights that serve both their safety and health protection. However, reality often differs: rest periods and breaks are frequently overlooked, often resulting in overtime that is sometimes not even compensated.

If you are also struggling with unlawful extra work, contact us: our employment law attorneys are pleased to advise you. We answer all your questions and represent your claims—both out of court and in court.

Works councils represent the employees of a company. Consequently, they must be thoroughly informed about co-determination and participation rights.

We provide the necessary training to equip you for this role. Additionally, we offer comprehensive advice to works councils on all matters of collective labor law—from company agreements to participation rights.

Our focus is on fostering a healthy collaboration with employers. Thus, we consistently strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for the workforce.

Receiving a termination notice is often a shock—particularly when unexpected. However, it is crucial to remain composed. You have the right to defend yourself: upon receiving a termination, you have three weeks to file a lawsuit for protection against dismissal.

Under dismissal protection law, a social justification is typically required for termination. Even if you understandably do not wish to continue working for the company after being dismissed, filing a lawsuit for protection against dismissal still provides prospects for securing a severance payment.

Contact us: We will evaluate your individual case. Our employment law attorneys fight for your rights and pursue your goals—whether outside or inside the courtroom.

In an employment relationship, employees are obligated to perform their designated duties, which employers remunerate with the agreed-upon wages. While this arrangement is theoretically straightforward, it frequently falters in practice: employers often find themselves in a more advantageous position during conflicts and may withhold the agreed compensation. Consequently, employees are frequently compelled to initiate a wage payment lawsuit at the local court to secure the remuneration they are owed.

This entire process can be exceedingly stressful for you as an employee. As if that were not sufficient, additional challenges arise, such as adhering to statutory deadlines and accurately calculating the amount of compensation owed. The complexity intensifies in cases of variable wages, where determining the precise wage claim may necessitate the litigation of supplementary information.

We are here to support you every step of the way: our employment law attorneys will file the wage payment lawsuit on your behalf, manage all necessary procedures, and ensure that you receive the compensation to which you are rightfully entitled.

Employment law safeguards employees during family-related absences, such as pregnancy, maternity leave, or the application for parental leave. During this period when you are not working, both your income and your position must remain secure until your return.

We support you throughout the entire process and handle all necessary actions on your behalf—from the required notifications to your employer regarding the application for parental leave to your reintegration into the workforce. Our employment law attorneys ensure seamless procedures and consistently enforce your rightful claims.

Vacation serves as a vital means of recuperation from work. The statutory entitlement for a five-day workweek is a minimum of 20 working days. Additionally, many collective bargaining agreements or employment contracts stipulate vacation entitlements beyond this baseline.

But when exactly do these entitlements arise? Are you permitted to be contacted during your vacation? How are unused vacation days compensated when an employment relationship concludes? Can unused vacation days lapse?

Jurisprudence regarding vacation rights is continually evolving. With years of experience and daily practice, our employment law attorneys are highly competent experts in this area. We review your employment contract and provide advice and representation in the event of any potential challenges.