Business Law

Although as a rule it is only the proprietor of a business or a legal representative who is authorized to validly conclude contracts on behalf of the company, it is often necessary to entrust other employees with these and other responsibilities.

German law provides a standard limitation period with numerous exceptions. A limitation period can also be suspended during a certain period of time or can begin to run again.

Are you looking to establish a branch office, permanent establishment or representative office for your foreign company in Germany? Do you have questions about business registration and special permits? You will find information about incorporating a foreign branch office and business registration here.

Whilst the success of your company requires you to engage with this business risk, it is equally important to ensure risk provision to mitigate any potential losses. Below you can find information regarding the most important aspects of insurance cover for your company.

The German Statutory Health Insurance Increased Competition Act (GKV-WSG) made all citizens subject to mandatory health insurance. This also affects more than 32,000 self-employed individuals who do not currently have any health insurance. However, this mandatory health insurance also applies to people who are not compulsorily ensured with statutory health insurance for other reasons and who have not obtained other insurance. This may include employees with an income above the mandatory limit for statutory health insurance.

How important is an accident insurance?