Learn about severance for operational redundancy, your rights after a business‑related dismissal, and how to negotiate or claim a fair severance package.
The Cologne Higher Labor Court clarified that in AI-driven operational changes, the conciliation board may only negotiate reconciliation of interests and social plans — not the AI introduction itself. Here is what that means for affected employees.
The Federal Labor Court rules that the five-month judgment deadline is met when the signed ruling reaches the court registry — not when handed to a clerk.
Many employees rely on simple formulas to estimate severance, but the standard calculation often underestimates what you can actually negotiate.
The Federal Labour Court has ruled: Excluding minimum wage recipients from an inflation compensation premium violates the principle of equal treatment. What does this mean for affected workers?
Weak autumn job market recovery in 2026: know your dismissal rights and severance negotiation options in Germany.
The VW collective agreement has been terminated – what does this mean for you? Learn your rights, how to negotiate severance, and when a wrongful dismissal lawsuit makes sense.
The Euroimmun mass layoff affects 143 employees. Learn how to respond, which deadlines apply, and how to negotiate severance with an unfair dismissal claim and litigation funding.
A summary dismissal for theft is a severe blow, but not always lawful. Learn when you can fight back and how an unfair dismissal claim improves your chances of severance or reinstatement.
Learn how the timing of insolvency and termination affects your severance pay claims and when a 35,000 euro severance pay is protected.