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Lawyer for employment law – Central in Winterthur

Lawyer for employment law - your expert for employees & employers

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

Your lawyer for labor law

Expert advice for employees & employers

Employment law disputes are among the most common legal problems in everyday life. Our law firm in Winterthur specializes in employment law and regularly represents both employees and employers in all employment law matters.

Our employment law lawyers have many years of experience and have already successfully conducted numerous employment law proceedings – whether in negotiations, before arbitration boards or in court.

📌 Initial consultation & case review
Are you looking for a lawyer for employment law? For new case inquiries, we conduct an initial consultation in which we analyze your case and discuss possible legal steps.

📅 Duration & costs:
Initial meeting incl. case review (approx. 1 hour)
Flat rate CHF 330

📞 Contact us – we will help you!

Our services in labor law

Where do we work for you?

Our employment law lawyers support both employees and employers in all employment law issues and proceedings.

📌 Our services in employment law:
Termination & dismissal: Support in cases of abusive or unjustified dismissal
Bullying & discrimination: Legal assistance in cases of bullying, harassment or unequal treatment
Employer representation: Defense against unjustified claims by employees
Employment contracts & regulations: Advice on legally compliant drafting & implementation
Employment law compliance: support with legally compliant internal regulations
Representation before authorities & courts: Litigation & arbitration proceedings in employment law

📞 Arrange a consultation now – your employment lawyer will help you!

Termination under employment law - your rights as an employee & employer

Dismissals are one of the most common points of contention in employment law, especially if they are perceived to be without notice, unjustified or abusive.

While an unjustified or abusive dismissal remains valid in principle, a court can award the employee concerned compensation of up to six months’ wages.

📌 Our support in termination disputes:
Examination of the legality of termination without notice or abusive dismissal
Representation of employees & employers in termination disputes
Negotiation of an amicable agreement or settlement
Litigation before arbitration authorities & courts

🔹 Get advice at an early stage!
Whether you are an employee taking action against an unlawful dismissal or an employer wanting to defend yourself against a lawsuit – we will examine your case and represent your interests competently and confidently.

📞 Arrange an initial consultation now – your employment lawyer will help you!

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

The obligation to continue to pay wages in the event of illness is a frequent point of contention between employers and employees. Particularly controversial are questions regarding the duration of continued salary payments, the calculation of vacation credits in the event of prolonged absence and the validity of medical certificates.

In addition, the conclusion of daily sickness benefits insurance, the introduction of waiting days or the obligation to be examined by a medical examiner complicate the legal assessment.

📌 Our support in employment law disputes in the event of illness:
Examination of the obligation to continue to pay wages & waiting day regulations
Legal advice on the validity of medical certificates & visits to medical examiners
Calculation of vacation entitlement in the event of prolonged illness
Support in disputes relating to daily sickness benefits insurance

🔹 Get advice at an early stage!
Whether you are an employee or an employer – we clarify your rights and obligations and represent you in employment law disputes relating to sickness and continued payment of wages.

📞 Arrange an initial consultation now – your employment lawyer will help you!

Bullying in the workplace - your rights as an employee & employer

Bullying and bossing (bullying by superiors) have serious effects on the mental and physical health of those affected and can lead to considerable professional and private stress.

Employers are legally obliged to prevent bullying through their duty of care and to take appropriate measures. If an employer ignores allegations of bullying or dismisses the victim, this can lead to claims for damages.

📌 Challenges in cases of bullying:
Preserving evidence: Bullying is often difficult to prove – careful documentation & legal strategy are crucial
Employer’s duty of care: What measures must the employer take to prevent bullying?
Legal consequences of dismissal after bullying: Claims for damages if the victim is dismissed or fails to intervene

📌 Our support in cases of bullying:
Advice & legal assessment of the situation
Preservation of evidence & documentation for successful clarification
Legal representation for claims or lawsuits due to bullying
Support for employers in defending against unfounded accusations

🔹 Get advice at an early stage!
Whether you are looking for support as a victim or are confronted with allegations of bullying as an employer – we will help you with the legal classification and enforcement of your claims.

📞 Arrange an initial consultation now – your employment lawyer will support you!

Sexual harassment in the workplace - legal support for employees & employers

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that poses significant legal challenges for both victims and employers. According to studies, 28% of women and 10% of men in Switzerland have already experienced sexual harassment or inappropriate behavior in the workplace.

As a result of increasing social awareness, both the number of reported incidents and the requirements for employers to respond appropriately are rising.

📌 The legal challenges

Employer’s duty of care – duty to protect employees & prevent harassment
Presumption of innocence & rights of the accused – employers must act neutrally & in accordance with the law
Prevention & compliance – importance of clear guidelines & internal processes to avoid conflicts
Internal investigation & consequences under employment law – scope for action in the event of confirmed allegations

📌 Our support in cases of sexual harassment

Advice & legal representation for victims of sexual harassment
Defense against unfounded or false accusations
Support for employers in the implementation of preventive measures & internal investigations
Development of compliance regulations & protective mechanisms to minimize risk

🔹 Get advice at an early stage!
Whether you are looking for support as a victim, want to implement preventive measures as an employer or are confronted with a specific accusation – we will provide you with comprehensive advice and ensure a legally secure solution.

📞 Arrange an initial consultation now – your employment lawyer will support you!

Lawyer for labor law

What we do for you - enforcing your employment law claims

Employment law is a special type of contract law that differs greatly from other contractual relationships under civil law. While employees and employers generally enjoy freedom of contract, employment law is also characterized by numerous mandatory statutory provisions(Swiss Code of Obligations and Employment Act ) – primarily for the protection of employees.

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

📌 Our role as your lawyer for employment law:

Examination & interpretation of employment contracts & regulations
Enforcement of mandatory legal standards in the interests of our clients
Advice on contractual clauses & scope for employers
Strategic representation in conflict situations between employer & employee

🔹 We ensure clarity & security in your employment relationship!
Whether it’s a matter of correct contract interpretation, disputes about protective provisions under employment law or a legal dispute – we are committed to finding a legally secure solution.

📞 Let us advise you – your lawyer for employment law will provide you with competent & committed support!

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Employment law issues overlap with other areas of law

Employment relationships are often not just a contractual matter – they have an impact on social security law, administrative law and even construction law, for example in the case of permits for workers. Our law firm advises both employers and employees comprehensively on these interfaces.

🔗 Relevant links:

  • Contract law“A solid employment relationship begins with a legally secure contract. You can find out which aspects you should consider in the section contract law.”
  • Social security law “Illness, accident or disability – social security issues often play a role in the employment relationship. More on this under Social security law.”
  • Migration law“Special permit requirements apply to foreign workers. You can find out which regulations apply to employers and employees in the section migration law.”

Initial meeting – your first step towards clarifying your case

For new case inquiries, your employment lawyer will first conduct an initial consultation. This takes approximately one hour, including a case review, and costs a flat rate of CHF 330. You can choose to have the initial meeting at our office, by video call or by telephone.

Procedure for the initial meeting

🔹 Your request: We discuss your case in detail and record the relevant facts.
🔹 Examination of the documents: Your documents, contracts and description of the facts are analyzed.
🔹 Initial legal assessment: You receive a well-founded assessment of your legal options.
🔹 Strategy & recommendations for action: We explain how to proceed and give you specific recommendations.
🔹 Mandate: If further legal representation is necessary, we clarify the conditions, strategy and next steps.

📞 Contact your employment lawyer for an initial consultation – we will help you to enforce your claims!

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.

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Holiday break

Our office will be closed from December 24, 2024 to January 3, 2025.

We will be available for you again from January 6, 2025.

We wish you happy holidays and a happy new year!