Understanding Business Risks in Labor Law: Insights from Jean-Philippe Dunand, Lawyer and Professor

2024-01-19 10:39:40

Jean-Philippe Dunand lawyer and professor of labor law at the University of Neuchâtel Published on January 19, 2024 at 11:39. / Modified on January 19, 2024 at 11:41.

It is recognized that business and economic risks are the responsibility of the employer. The latter is required to continue to pay the salary of employees who cannot work for the duration of the impediment linked to the occurrence of such a risk.

The following fall into the category of business risk borne by the employer: economic reasons (drop in orders, variations in currency rates), technical disruptions (power interruptions, supply problems) or natural ( fires, floods), as well as disruptions linked to demonstrations or riots.

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