In Germany, getting fired for being sick is not as simple as many fear—but it is legally possible in rare and specific situations. Known in legal terms as dismissal due to illness (personenbedingte Kündigung), this type of termination is only…
German labor law offers strong protections for employees—but asserting your rights often means going to court. Whether you’re dealing with an unfair dismissal, a dispute over your work certificate, or unpaid wages, legal action can be stressful and expensive. That’s…
Unlike “at-will” systems in other countries, employment in Germany can only be ended through a formal and legally regulated process. One of the most common forms is ordinary termination—also known as dismissal with notice. Ordinary termination (German: ordentliche Kündigung) means…
German labor law offers strong protection against unfair dismissal—but there is one exception: extraordinary termination, also known as immediate termination or in German, fristlose Kündigung. This allows an employer (or employee) to end an employment relationship without notice, but only…
Experiencing a layoff in Germany can be unsettling—especially for expats who may be unfamiliar with German labor law. While companies are allowed to restructure or reduce staff, any termination must follow strict legal procedures and respect employee protections. This guide…
Planning to leave your job in Germany? Then one of your first and most important steps is to write a resignation letter. Under German labor law, a resignation is only legally valid if it’s submitted in writing and signed on…
If you’re planning to resign or have received notice from your employer, one of your first questions will be: When will my last day of work be? In Germany, the answer depends on your notice period, which is often determined…
Receiving a warning letter from your employer can be unsettling—especially if you’re unfamiliar with German labor law. Known in German as an Abmahnung, a warning letter is a formal notification that your conduct or performance has violated contractual obligations and…
Changing jobs or receiving a termination notice can be stressful—especially if you’re unsure about how much notice you’re legally entitled to or required to give. In Germany, the law provides clear rules on statutory notice periods (gesetzliche Kündigungsfristen) that protect…
In Germany, pregnant employees benefit from one of the strongest employment protections in Europe. Termination during pregnancy is almost always prohibited, regardless of the size of the company or the employee’s nationality. The legal framework ensures that expectant mothers cannot…