Balancing act between modern work culture and performance evaluation
In the current world of work, aspects such as a good work-life balance and the mental health of employees are becoming increasingly important. This development is to be welcomed in principle, but presents companies with the task of reconciling their economic interests with this change. A key challenge is to identify high-performing employees and at the same time deal constructively with underperformers. [...]
Understanding labor law: The most important misunderstandings at a glance
Employment law is a complex field in which some myths persist. We dispel misconceptions and show what really applies to important issues such as vacation entitlement, dismissal and severance pay. 1. severance pay: not automatic Not every employee is entitled to severance pay on dismissal. It is a voluntary benefit paid by the employer. [...]
Decision clarifies key questions on vacation entitlements during leave of absence and illness
In the event of dismissal, it is often the case that the employee is released from work. However, the situation becomes complicated if the employee falls ill during this leave of absence and still has vacation entitlements. A ruling by the Chemnitz Regional Labour Court (LArbG) on 30 May 2024 (case reference: 4 Sa 17/23) provides clarity and stipulates that vacation entitlements can only be asserted [...]
Dismissal for behavioral reasons – what to do?
A dismissal for conduct-related reasons is simply a termination of the employment relationship by the employer due to the employee's conduct. There is often a lack of knowledge as to which behavior is a legitimate reason for termination, and there are often different assessments of violations by the employer and employee. In addition, in many cases they have little time to [...]