The effects of a settlement agreement drafted in general terms
If a settlement agreement prevents the commencement or continuation of legal proceedings between the parties, this only relates to the subject matter of the agreement. …
Invalid dismissal of an employee during her pregnancy = full compensation
On November 6, 2024, the French Supreme Court issued an important decision regarding the compensation and damages owed to an employee in case her dismissal …
Unfitness for Work: Professional or Non-Professional Origin?
Unfitness for work, as determined by the occupational practioner, can arise from either a professional or non-professional cause. This distinction is crucial for employers. Professional …
Welcome to Célia and Killian, our new colleagues!
The entire team at MGG Legal is delighted to congratulate Célia Mamodaly and Killian Blois, who have just been sworn in and officially joined the …
An employee cannot be terminated for gross misconduct because of their partner’s misdeeds
In a recent case of 11 September 2024, the French Supreme Court judged that an employee’s dismissal for gross misconduct following an argument between her …
The Entire Procedure Must Be Restarted When Modifying a Mutual Termination Agreement After a Refusal of Approval
It is necessary to restart the entire procedure when a mutual termination agreement (‘MTA’) is modified following a refusal of approval. On October 16, 2024, …