Kategorie: Labour Law
Protection of whistleblowers – new obligations for employers
The bill on reporting person protection introducing institutional reporting person protection in the Czech Republic, published as Chamber of Deputies document No. 352 (the “Act”), was approved by the Chamber of Deputies on 21 April 2023 and referred to the Senate for consideration. The Act transposes into Czech law the Directive (EU) 2019/1937 of the …
Read moreCurrent status of the amendment to the Labour Code and an overview of expected changes
In early April 2023, the government of the Czech Republic approved a draft of an extensive and long-discussed amendment to the Labour Code, moving it further along in the legislative process. Status of the amendement With the exception of some changes, which we draw your attention to later in this article, the amendment was approved …
Read moreExtent of employer’s liability in dealing with industrial injuries
In addition to its undeniable advantages, the employment of persons also brings with it negative consequences, one of which is the employer’s liability arising in connection with work accidents of employees. If an employee is injured at work, the employer is obliged to follow the procedures laid down by law and at the same time …
Read moreExtension of temporary protection until 31. 3. 2024 – employment of citizens of Ukraine
Temporary protection for citizens of Ukraine fleeing from the war conflict who have requested and received allowed them to reside and freely access the labour market in the Czech Republic is valid only until 31. 3. 2023. Introduction Based on Act No. 20/2023 Coll., amending Act No. 65/2022 Coll., on certain measures in connection with …
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