At the beginning of 2021, extensive changes in German employment
law came into effect, including some of particular significance to
employers. In addition, on January 19, 2021, the German Federal
Government implemented restrictions on public life in order to
contain the coronavirus pandemic that affect employers.
Amendment of § 56 of the German Infection Protection Act
(IfSG)
Loss of Earnings Due to Childcare Duties
The new provision of § 56 IfSG provides for extended
compensation for the loss of earnings for parents who have to care
for their children at home due to extended school or company
vacations or the suspension of in-person school for reasons of
infection prevention.
