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Do I need a written employment contract? How high is the minimum wage for my job? What is a "Tarifvertrag"?
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What is "Schwarzarbeit"? And how can it adversely affect my stay permit in Germany?
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When do I need a sick leave note ("Krankschreibung")? Can I stay home when my child is sick? Is it possible to get a sick note from a doctor online?
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When can I go on parental leave? Am I going to receive wages during my parental leave? Can I return to the same job after my parental leave?
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What is works council? How can it help me with my work-related issues? Can we found works council at our workplace?
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What is an "Abmahnung" and when may my employer send me one? Where can I get help when I face problems at work?
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How can I protect myself against dismissal from work? Can employers fire pregnant women or persons with disabilities? Where can I seek help if I have lost my job due to discrimination?
