Protection Against Dismissal: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn if you are protected from unfair firing in Germany and the strict deadline you must follow to challenge a notice.
This scheme provides legal safeguards to ensure that employees are not terminated without a valid or fair reason.
Who it's for
You may qualify for this protection if you have worked for your employer for more than six months and the company employs more than ten people.
What you get
The scheme provides legal protection against being fired unfairly, allowing you to challenge a dismissal that lacks a valid reason.
What it costs you
While there is no fee to be covered by the protection itself, you may have to pay for legal fees if you need to take your case to court.
The catch to know
Time is very limited. If you receive a notice of dismissal and wish to challenge it, you only have three weeks to file a lawsuit.
How to apply
- Review your dismissal notice carefully.
- Consult with a legal professional or a labor court regarding your specific case.
- File a lawsuit (known locally as a Kündigungsschutzklage) within the three-week window.