When employees are laid off, it is almost always painful – whether it is due to a breakdown in the relationship with the boss or misconduct, a layoff for operational reasons due to poor economic conditions, or after a company merger. In any case, employers must follow strict rules if they want to end an employment relationship.
In companies with more than ten employees, the workforce is protected by law against unfair dismissals. Dismissal is only permitted if the company has to reduce its workforce or the employee himself states the reason for the dismissal. The legal and tax experts at Stiftung Warentest explain what those affected can do and whether and what compensation they can expect.
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