Employment law
Here you’ll find informative articles about real-life legal issues written by Tekna attorneys.
Q&A – Our Legal Experts’ Advice on Work-Related Topics
- There are clear rules that must be followed during reorganization and downsizing .
- A consultation meeting in cases of downsizing or restructuring is mandatory and required by law.
- The business is being transferred – what now?
- Could you be offered a severance package? Here's what you need to know!
- Downsized: When do you have preferential rights to a new position within the same company?
- What are the rules for temporary lay-offs?
- What are your legal rights if you are dismissed?
- What applies in cases of dismissal in the public sector?
- Here you’ll find everything about termination of employment in the private and municipal sectors .
- Sometimes employers choose to temporarily remove employees: Read about suspension in employment relationships.
- Are you in a situation where a severance agreement might be relevant? Here's what you need to know!
- Read about the regulations behind non-competition clauses in employment contracts that may restrict you after leaving a job .
- Am I entitled to a written reference – even after dismissal?
- Are you unemployed or laid off? Here you'll find helpful tips and services tailored to support you in this situation.
- Read about unemployment benefits and your rights when you are unemployed or temporarily laid off from your position.
- Can you work somewhere else during a layoff?
- Find answers to your questions about illness and sick leave
- What are the rules for self-certified sick leave?
- Read about your entitlements when you or your children are ill.
- Right to sickness benefits during unpaid parental leave.
- What falls under your employer’s right to manage?
- Can your employer access your email?
- What are the rules regarding your use of social media and your employer’s rights?
- Under what conditions can an employer reorganise or downsize the company?
- When can your employer temporarily lay you off?
- What is a “conditional” layoff?
- In what situations can your employer suspend you?
- Written warnings from your employer: What are the possible consequences?
- To what extent can your employer control your future work through non-compete clauses?
- What rights does your employer have to your ideas?
- Are you considering reporting misconduct at work?
- What can you do if you’re experiencing bullying in the workplace?
- Have you received a written warning from your employer?
- Worried about receiving a layoff notice? What are the requirements?
- Concerned about the possibility of being suspended?
- When can you be reorganised or made redundant?
- When can you be dismissed? What does the law say?
- Can you be dismissed from a public sector job?
- Could a severance agreement be an option? What should you be aware of?
- Is your workplace pension sufficient for a comfortable retirement?
- Have you reached retirement age but want to keep working? Read this before you decide!
- Here you’ll find answers to most of your questions about your right to take holiday, how holidays are scheduled, and holiday pay.
- Wondering about the rules on working hours? You’ll find an overview here.
- Travel time counts as working time, according to our legal experts.
- Before you sign an employment contract, make sure to check this list.
- Employment in the public sector is more regulated. Also, you cannot be overqualified for a job in the public sector.
- Employment in the private sector is more flexible, but is still subject to anti-discrimination laws.
- Be aware of the terms managerial or particularly independent positions, which often mean you are not entitled to overtime pay.
- What are the rules for temporary employment – and when must the position be permanent?
- Is it acceptable to include non-competition clauses in your employment contract?
- Have you been offered a job with a trial period? Read about the rules.
- Answers to a range of questions about salary – and what is included in a salary.
- Tips to help you get ready for your next salary review – practical advice to prepare and succeed in your salary discussion.
- Avoid these mistakes in your annual salary review – learn what to steer clear of to make the most of your review.
- What is a leading or particularly independent position, and what are the implications for overtime pay?
- What about working overtime abroad? What does the legislation say?
- Answers to questions about bonuses in employment
- Do you have a temporary position? Here are the rules your employer must follow.
- Wondering about the regulations on working hours? Find an overview here.
- Do you really have to cover travel expenses during working hours? The answer is no!
- Do you hold a leading or particularly independent position? Then you may not be entitled to overtime pay.
- Travel time is working time, according to our legal experts.
- What does the regulation say about remote work or working from home?
- Read about your right to report concerning conditions at work.
- What does it mean to receive a written warning in an employment relationship?
- Read about intellectual property rights in your employment. What is covered and what are the rules?
- Do you have non-competition clauses in your employment contract? See what the regulations say about them.
- Have you reached retirement age but want to keep working? Here's what you should check!
- Pregnant? What is your employer allowed to ask? And what are your rights?
- Read about parental leave and unpaid leave
- Your right to receive sickness benefits during parental leave
- Thinking about taking unpaid leave? There are some consequences you should consider!
- What are your rights when your children are sick?
- Are you free to express yourself on social media regarding your employer?
- Is your employer allowed to check your email?
- Is travel time during work considered working hours or free time?
- What does it mean to be an employee representative on the company board?
- When does your employer own your ideas? Learn about patents, trademarks, and copyright.
- Is it reasonable for your employer to use non-competition clauses?
