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The beginning of 2025 marks significant changes in the field of social protection. These changes affect both employers and employees, with implications for contributions, benefits, etc.

The termination of the trial period by the employer is governed by specific legal obligations, but are you aware of them? Although the trial period allows both the employer and the employee to test their working relationship, it is not exempt from rules.

The 2025 finance bill, which has been definitively adopted, introduces significant social measures that could impact your daily life. This text, voted on after invoking Article 49.3 of the Constitution and rejecting the motion of censure, …

The recent increase in the minimum wage has led to significant adjustments in employer contribution rates for health insurance and family allowances. Since November 1, 2024, new rules…

When an employee is on sick leave following an accident at work, their employment contract is generally protected. However, the total and permanent cessation of the company’s activity may justify the termination of this contract. This was confirmed by the Court of Cassation…

Drafting a transaction in general terms can have significant legal consequences, particularly with regard to anxiety damage. The Court of Cassation has handed down a ruling that perfectly illustrates this situation.

The disclosure of medical documents by the CPAM (French Social Security) is a legal obligation in the context of disability disputes. A decision by the Court of Cassation highlighted this requirement by overturning a previous decision for failure to comply with this obligation.

The CSRD directive imposes new non-financial reporting requirements on companies starting in 2025. The French Anti-Corruption Agency (AFA) recently published a guide to help companies integrate anti-corruption indicators into their sustainability reporting. This guide is essential for understanding how…

The contractual relationship between a company and its executive often raises complex questions, particularly when it comes to distinguishing between an employment contract and a corporate office. The executive’s ability to influence the company, the nature of the tasks performed, and the nature of the contractual relationship are essential criteria…

The scope of the obligation to redeploy employees in the event of redundancy has just been significantly expanded. The Court of Cassation has redefined the parameters of this obligation, …

The duration of compensation for the daily caregiver allowance (Ajpa) can now be extended. A decree paves the way for this adjustment, thereby offering a better fit with the needs of caregivers.

Compensation for unused time off in lieu is not included in the calculation of severance pay. This was confirmed by the Court of Cassation in a ruling dated September 4, 2024.

The notice of unsuitability of an employee may be contested by the employee or by their employer. This procedure, although complex, is essential to ensure a fair and impartial assessment of the employee’s suitability for their position.

The term “CAE” on a fixed-term contract (CDD) can have significant implications for employers and employees. This often overlooked detail deserves special attention…

The latest changes to the rules governing partial activity compensation and paid leave compensated by a fund raise important questions for employers.

How will the changes to the Social Security Financing Act (LFSS) for 2024 impact your social security contributions? An overview of the key adjustments that could affect your business.

After a fixed-term contract or a temporary contract, the employer may offer the employee a permanent contract. What happens if the employee refuses?

The burden of proof in cases of disability discrimination lies first with the employee, then with the employer. Let’s take a closer look at this essential concept.

Monitoring employees in the workplace is a sensitive issue. Did you know that employers can legally monitor and supervise their employees’ activities during working hours, including through the use of “mystery shoppers”?

Did you know that URSSAF audits are subject to a number of strict rules? Compliance with these rules is essential for the validity of the procedure. Failure to comply may result in the audit and adjustment being declared null and void.

A complex issue has been clarified: can an employee who acquires protected status during disciplinary proceedings be required to accept a change to their employment contract?

The beginning of 2024 marks the entry into force of several new developments in the field of social protection. These changes, which affect both employers and employees, deserve our full attention.

Are you familiar with the legal conditions that determine self-defense? Here is some insight into this key concept in French law, governed by the Penal Code. When legitimate fear leads to defense.

Did you know that failure to observe the waiting period between assignments for a temporary worker does not result in their contract being reclassified as a permanent contract?

In 2021, the President of the Republic launched a large-scale public consultation on the functioning of the justice system: the “États généraux de la Justice” (Justice Forum).

Did you know that a former company executive can be held criminally liable if they orchestrate theft by deception? This was recently confirmed by the Court of Cassation…

Did you know that a significant change is coming regarding the Social Security ceiling (PASS)?

When a company or sole proprietorship is involved in receivership or bankruptcy proceedings, the manager must be very careful about their actions.

The principle of unemployment insurance is to protect employees when they lose their jobs. This compulsory insurance provides unemployment benefits and encourages people to return to work.

In August 2022, the government introduced a value-sharing bonus with the aim of increasing the purchasing power of employees who would benefit from this advantage. What is the value-sharing bonus?

The partner is not, in principle, bound by a non-competition obligation. Consequently: The partner may hold shares in a competing company. The partner is authorized to engage in a competing individual activity.

Non-compete clauses are becoming increasingly common. Previously reserved for senior executives, they now appear in most employment contracts for managers, technicians, supervisors, and even employees.

In the event of a traffic accident, the driver responsible may face two types of liability: civil liability and criminal liability.