Bescheid
A written decision from a German authority, usually with reasons and appeal information.
ExampleA Jobcenter Bescheid can state how much Bürgergeld will be paid.
ObjectionDeadlineAppeal notice
German legal glossary for everyday life
The glossary translates common German legal and administrative terms into practical everyday language.
Widerspruch
A formal objection against an authority decision within a specific deadline.
ExampleIf a decision is wrong, a Widerspruch can trigger another review.
BescheidDeadlineFile access
Frist
A deadline by which something must be done. Missing it can mean losing rights.
ExampleMany objections must be filed within one month.
ServiceReinstatementTermination
Abmahnung
A formal warning that criticizes specific conduct and threatens consequences.
ExampleIn employment law, a warning can matter before a conduct-related termination.
TerminationEmployment contractDocumentation
Mahnung
A request to catch up on an overdue payment or obligation.
ExampleAfter a reminder, default costs or collection steps may follow.
DefaultClaimCollection
Vergleich
A settlement that ends a dispute through mutual concessions.
ExampleIn a termination dispute, a settlement can define severance and the end date.
SeveranceCourtAgreement
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