Employees and employment law · Slovakia
Invalid termination of employment
Are you challenging the termination of your employment or defending a claim as an employer? If you believe notice, immediate termination or termination during probation was invalid, you generally have two months from the date employment was due to end to bring an action (§ 77 of the Labour Code). We assess your prospects, claim invalidity in time and pursue compensation for lost pay and, where appropriate, a return to work.
- Generally a 2-month deadline
- Compensation for lost pay and a return to work
- Prospects assessed in advance
What we'll do for you
Handling a dispute over invalid termination of employment, from assessing prospects to the court's decision.
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Initial assessment
We review the reason and method of termination and explain frankly your prospects and what you can achieve.
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Claiming invalidity in time
We monitor the deadline under § 77 of the Labour Code, including the special rule where employment is extended due to temporary incapacity for work, and assert invalidity so your right is not lost by missing it.
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Court action and representation
We prepare an action for a declaration that the termination was invalid and represent you throughout the court proceedings.
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Compensation for lost pay
We claim compensation for the time you could not work because of invalid termination, and notify the employer that you insist on continued employment.
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Settlement negotiations
Where appropriate, we negotiate an out-of-court settlement and compensation instead of a lengthy dispute.
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Next steps
Depending on the outcome, we advise on returning to work or settling claims.
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How it works
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- Assessmentday 0
We review the documents and explain your prospects and possible outcome before filing a claim.
- Assertion and court action
We assert invalidity within the deadline and file an action for a declaration together with a claim for compensation for lost pay.
- Proceedings and outcomedepending on the court
We represent you in court and explore an out-of-court settlement in parallel if it is more advantageous for you.
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By when must I file an action challenging the validity of termination?
Invalid termination of employment may generally be challenged in court within two months from the date employment was due to end (§ 77 of the Labour Code). A special rule applies where employment is extended due to temporary incapacity for work; we calculate the deadline from the specific dates. This is a strict time limit extinguishing the right — once it expires, invalidity can no longer be claimed, so contact us as soon as possible.
What can I achieve through a court action?
The court may declare the termination invalid, meaning employment continues. If you notify the employer that you insist on continued employment, you are also entitled to compensation for lost pay during the dispute. Financial compensation can also be agreed instead of returning.
How much compensation for lost pay can I receive?
Compensation is generally payable at your average earnings from notification that you insist on continued employment. If the dispute is lengthy and compensation exceeds twelve months, the court may, at the employer's request, reduce the period above that threshold, subject to the statutory ceiling. We assess the specific outlook according to your situation.
Is a claim worthwhile if I already have another job?
It can still be worthwhile — your claim for lost pay and compensation for invalid termination does not disappear. Together, we consider whether the aim is returning to work or a financial settlement, and choose the strategy accordingly.
I am an employer facing a claim — what should I do?
We also represent employers. We assess the risk, prepare a defence and, above all, take steps to prevent unnecessary growth in compensation for lost pay — for example, by taking the correct approach after service of the claim. Where appropriate, we negotiate a settlement.
Legal Q&A
Common questions on this topic
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How long is the notice period, and when does it start?
The notice period is at least one month. If employment has lasted at least one year when notice is served, it increases to at least two months; for notice on organisational or health grounds after at least five years of employment, it is at least three months. The notice period always starts on the first day of the calendar month following service of notice.
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When am I entitled to severance pay, and how much?
Statutory severance pay mainly applies when the employer terminates employment on organisational grounds (closure, relocation or redundancy) or health grounds. The amount increases with years of service, from one to four times average monthly earnings for termination by notice, or up to five times for termination by agreement. There is no statutory severance entitlement for dismissal for misconduct.
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When may an employer terminate employment immediately?
An employer may terminate employment immediately only exceptionally: where the employee has been finally convicted of an intentional criminal offence or seriously breached work discipline. It must act within two months of learning of the grounds and no later than one year after they arose. Protected employees, such as those on maternity or parental leave, cannot be dismissed immediately.
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