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Mainz parts ways with El Ghazi: An end with a political bang!

FSV Mainz 05 is making headlines that go far beyond soccer: Anwar El Ghazi is no longer in the Mainz squad. The reason? A political statement that is making waves.

Duel of the tech billionaires: Musk vs Zuckerberg - New challenges ahead of the upcoming cage fight

Trash Talk as a New Trend in Tech Competition The rivalry between tech billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg is entering the next …

Federal Labor Court on video surveillance in the workplace: "Even inadmissible recordings can be used in court proceedings"

The Federal Labor Court (BAG) (Judgment of June 29, 2023, Case No. 2 AZR 296/22) has clarified in a recent ruling the question of whether unauthorized video surveillance in the workplace …

Mega strike on Monday: Can employees simply stay at home?

On March 27, 2023, the Verdi and EVG unions called for a nationwide strike that will bring public transportation to a standstill …

Equal pay for equal work: BAG ruling strengthens the rights of female employees

A recent ruling by the Federal Labor Court has strengthened the rights of female employees who receive lower pay for the same or equivalent work …

Gender refusal: Are employees threatened with dismissal?

To use gender-neutral language or not? This question is on the minds not only of individuals but also of many employers. And now it’s also on the minds of German courts, because a …

Planning annual leave in times of pandemic

Employees typically schedule their vacation at the beginning of the year—that’s standard practice. But the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is making travel-loving …

Extra money through overtime

The issue of “overtime” is a regular topic of discussion in German labor courts. And currently, it is also on the agenda of the Augsburg City Council. More than 4,500 hours are at stake …

Facility-based mandatory vaccination: All information for employees and companies

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare and nursing professionals bear a special responsibility. They are in contact with patients who are mostly elderly …

Working from home or back in the office? These pros and cons will help you decide

Google plans to let its employees continue working from home even after the federal emergency measures end, while Goldman Sachs is having its employees …

How much vacation is an employee entitled to?

There are often disagreements between employers and employees regarding the determination of annual leave. This is because there are different calculation methods …

Working from home: check your employment contract carefully

Working from home offers benefits for both sides: Employees benefit from a more flexible work schedule, while employers save on office space and, consequently, rent. However, …

From business idea to founder: What characterizes successful entrepreneurs?

Assertive? Courageous? Decisive? Successful entrepreneurs are often said to possess personality traits like these. And indeed, they do matter—along with personal qualifications …

Founding a company: The path to successfully founding a company

Whether it's a small business, an independent insurance broker, or an online store: It all starts with a good business idea and a strategic plan. But what else is needed …

WhatsApp Business - what you need to consider when using it

Ever since Facebook acquired WhatsApp, the messaging service has become an integral part of daily life. More than …

Uncomplicated company formation - a UG & Co. KG online

As an alternative to the British limited company, the Unternehmergesellschaft (haftungsbeschränkt) has been available in Germany since 2008. This is a GmbH with a smaller minimum share capital. Instead of the 25,000…

contract review when working with freelancers

Freelancers are an integral part of the workforce. Nevertheless, there are uncertainties surrounding them. The issue of bogus self-employment, in particular, is …

Health insurance for founders

Health insurance is mandatory in Germany. Anyone who transitions from being an employee to self-employment must also consider which health insurance plan is right for them …

The workplace of the future: flexible and online

The typical office workspace is still clearly defined, but as digitalization advances, attitudes are increasingly changing. A …

Settlement permit: Establishment with a non-EU passport

Founders who are non-EU citizens may be eligible for a residence permit under certain conditions and may then live in Germany. However, there are restrictions. More …

UG foundations for foreigners

Even if you have a foreign passport, you can easily incorporate a GmbH or UG online. However, if you’re company formation interested in company formation in …

Check employment contract - what you need to look out for

In Germany, there is freedom of contract, and there are few restrictions on how contracts are drafted. At first glance, this might seem like a lot of freedom …

Employment contracts often contain disadvantageous clauses!

When an experienced attorney reviews an employment contract, it often becomes apparent that many such contracts contain provisions that …