Labour and Social Security Law

1 hour consultancy - France's labor laws are designed to protect the interests of employees but also take account of the economic priorities of business. Labor relations in France are governed by labor laws (Code du Travail) and collective agreements for each economic sector of activity. Employee profit-sharing and equity-ownership programs are encouraged through tax and social security payment exemptions. The flexibility of working hours and staffing are based around production considerations.

Forms of Employment Contracts

Our recommended service provider explains the legal requirements and implications of written employment contracts.

He discusses the consequences and implications of employment when there is no written contract.

What are your rights if you are fired?

Our recommended service provider explains how the French law protects you if you are fired or if you wish to fire.

He examines the firing process to determine if your employer/ employee committed procedural errors.

He helps to negotiate a settlement between the employee and the employer and if settlement is not possible, he can represent you before the labor board.

He explains your rights and duties to unemployment compensation.

Tax Consequences of Being Fired - Our RSP explains the French income tax treatment of severance pay.