Lawyer for employment law| Central in Winterthur

Lawyer for employment law | Your expert for employees & employers

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Whether dismissal, wage disputes or employment contracts - we advise and represent you in all matters of employment law

Your lawyer for labor law

Competent advice

Are you looking for a lawyer for employment law?

Employment law disputes are among the most common legal conflicts in everyday life. Our law firm, which is centrally located in Winterthur, advises and represents clients in employment law and regularly handles employment law matters.

We represent both employees and employers in all employment law matters. These include dismissals, termination agreements, wage and reference disputes as well as disputes in connection with blocking periods, illness or incapacity for work.

In negotiations, before arbitration authorities and in court, you will have a dedicated contact person at your side. We attach great importance to a clear legal assessment and a structured approach.

For new case inquiries, we first conduct an initial meeting. During this meeting, we analyze your initial situation and discuss possible legal steps.

The initial consultation, including case review, usually takes one hour and is charged at a flat rate of CHF 330.

Contact persons in labor law:

Omar Ghafier
Matthias Fricker

Contact us – we will be happy to advise you.

Our services in labor law

Where do we work for you?

Our employment law lawyers advise both employees and employers on all employment law issues. In particular, employment law covers issues relating to the establishment, implementation and termination of employment relationships as well as disputes concerning rights and obligations arising from the employment contract.

In practice, conflicts frequently arise in connection with dismissals, working conditions or employment contract provisions. We examine the legal situation and represent clients in employment law proceedings before authorities and courts.

Typical labor law issues

Our work includes, in particular, the legal assessment of dismissals and redundancies, the review of employment contract provisions and representation in employment law disputes.

We also advise employers on the drafting of employment contracts and internal regulations as well as on the legally compliant implementation of employment law requirements.

Termination in employment law - rights of employees & employers

Dismissals are one of the most frequent points of contention in employment law. Conflicts arise in particular when a dismissal is deemed to be without notice, unjustified or abusive.

Under Swiss employment law, unjustified or abusive dismissal remains valid in principle. However, a court can award compensation of up to six months’ wages.

Legal issues relating to terminations

We check in particular:

the legality of a termination without notice
the existence of an abusive termination
Claims for compensation or damages
the prospects of success of labor law proceedings

We represent employees and employers in dismissal disputes, conduct settlement negotiations and handle litigation before arbitration authorities and courts.

An early legal assessment can be crucial in order to meet deadlines and assert claims correctly.

Continued payment of wages - labor law issues in the event of illness

Continued payment of wages in the event of illness is one of the most frequent disputes in employment law. Conflicts arise in particular regarding the duration of continued salary payments, the calculation of vacation entitlements during prolonged illness or the assessment of medical certificates.

In addition, regulations on daily sickness benefits insurance, waiting days or examinations by medical officers can raise legal questions.

Typical labor law issues in the event of illness

We check in particular:

the statutory obligation to continue to pay wages in the event of illness
Regulations on waiting days and daily sickness benefits insurance
the legal significance of medical certificates
Vacation entitlements in the event of prolonged incapacity to work

We advise employees and employers in employment law conflicts in connection with illness and represent clients in corresponding proceedings.

Clarifying the legal situation at an early stage often helps to avoid protracted labor law disputes.

Bullying in the workplace - rights of employees & employers

Bullying and bossing (bullying by superiors) can have a serious impact on the mental and physical health of those affected and lead to considerable stress at work.

Employers have a legal duty of care to take appropriate measures to prevent bullying in the workplace. Failure to respond to such information or dismissal of the person concerned may result in claims for damages or compensation.

Legal issues in the event of workplace bullying

In practice, the following questions arise in particular:

How can bullying be legally proven?
What obligations does the employer have as part of his duty of care?
What claims are there for health or occupational consequences of bullying?
What legal consequences can dismissals in connection with bullying have?

We advise employees and employers on the legal classification of harassment allegations, assist in the preservation of evidence and represent clients in employment law proceedings.

An early legal assessment can help to resolve conflicts objectively and avoid further escalation.

Sexual harassment in the workplace - legal framework

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious violation of personal rights and can have considerable professional and personal consequences for those affected.

Employers are obliged to protect their employees from sexual harassment and to take appropriate organizational measures. If such allegations are made, a careful investigation and a legally compliant approach are required.

Legal issues in the event of allegations of sexual harassment

The central labor law issues include in particular

What obligations does the employer have as part of his duty of care?
How can allegations be properly investigated?
What are the consequences under employment law if the allegations are confirmed?
How should unfounded or disputed accusations be dealt with?

We advise both those affected and employers on the legal assessment of such situations and provide support in internal investigations and employment law proceedings.

Early legal advice helps to minimize legal risks and ensure a correct approach.

Lawyer for labor law

What we do for you

Employment law is a special type of contract law that differs in many respects from other contractual relationships under civil law. Although employees and employers generally enjoy freedom of contract, employment law is shaped by numerous mandatory statutory provisions, in particular the provisions of the Code of Obligations and the Employment Act.

In many cases, these statutory provisions are mandatory, i.e. they may not be deviated from to the detriment of the protected party.

Our activity in labor law

We advise employees and employers on all aspects of employment law and represent clients in employment law disputes.

Our activities include in particular

Examination and interpretation of employment contracts and regulations
Enforcement of labor law claims under the Swiss Code of Obligations and the Labor Act
Advice on employment contract drafting options for employers
Representation in labor law disputes between employers and employees
Litigation before arbitration authorities and courts

We support clients both in the legal clarification of individual issues and in the enforcement of or defense against employment law claims.

Initial meeting – in-depth analysis of your situation

For new inquiries, your employment lawyer will first conduct a systematic initial consultation. This includes a detailed examination of the factual and legal situation in order to realistically assess the prospects of success of your case.

Duration: 60 minutes (incl. file study)

Fee: CHF 330 (flat rate)

Implementation: Optionally on site in our office in Winterthur, by video call or by telephone.

Structured process

Taking stock of the facts: discussing your personal concerns and recording all legally relevant details.
File review: Analysis of existing documents, official orders and evidence.
Initial legal assessment: Well-founded assessment of your legal options according to the current legal situation and practice.
Strategy & recommendations for action: Highlighting the next steps and making concrete recommendations for the next steps.
Mandating: If necessary, we clarify the conditions for further legal representation and the joint strategy.

Lawyer for labor law

Interfaces

Contract law

The employment relationship is based on an employment contract. Questions regarding the interpretation of contractual clauses, non-competition clauses or special agreements are assessed according to the rules of contract law. More on this under contract law.

Social security law

Illness, accident or disability often have a direct impact on the employment relationship. Questions about continued payment of wages, insurance benefits or the consequences of social insurance decisions under employment law are often closely related to social insurance law. More on this under social security law.

Migration law

Foreign employees are subject to special residence and employment regulations. Employment relationships may be associated with permits, residence rights or reporting obligations. More on this under migration law.

Your employment lawyer will support you every step of the wayI

Make an appointment

Call our law firm in Winterthur on +41 52 222 01 20or make an appointment online for an initial consultation.

News and knowledge

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