Glossary

In English: Paid release from work

The company keeps paying your salary until the end date, but you no longer come to work. You can use the time to look for a job.

Open the simulator See Freistellung in action: work through a layoff case where it decides the outcome.

This page explains German employment law in general terms. It is not legal advice for your situation. If a layoff affects you, talk to an employment lawyer, your union or your Betriebsrat.