Introduction to labor law

Dr. Helmut Engelbrecht provides an introduction to labor law. This two-day introductory course offers a compact overview of labor law.

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What legal sources and framework conditions apply to employment contracts?

• Structure, hierarchy, and limitations of employment contracts
• Duty of loyalty, duty of care, and the principle of equal treatment
• Overtime lump sums, all-in clauses
• Works agreements & drafting a model contract

What options are available for structuring the employment relationship?

• Standard hours vs. overtime, breaks & rest periods
• Flexible working time models, travel time & on-call duty
• Vacation entitlement, vacation agreements, company holidays
• Care leave, caregiving leave and part-time caregiving, leave for family care

Current case law and practical tips from ARS labor law experts

• New rulings on topics including pay transparency, training time, and telework
• How can you effectively utilize your scope for design?

What legal issues apply to the termination of an employment relationship?

• Formal requirements, waiver of severance pay
• Fixed-term employment: types, legal restrictions, and termination
• Dismissal: notice periods, summary termination, and unfair dismissal
• Trial work

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The target audience includes HR managers, executives and entrepreneurs, works council members, representatives from interest groups, as well as tax advisors and payroll accountants.

Date: November 18 and 19, 2026, ARS Seminar Center, Schallautzerstraße 4, 1010 Vienna