[in German]
September 23, 2026 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Breach of Duty or Criminal Offense? – When Employment Law Crosses into Criminal Law and Seemingly Routine Employment Matters Suddenly Give Rise to Criminal Exposure
Timekeeping and overtime, the employment of foreign skilled workers, the engagement of purported independent contractors, interactions with works councils, anonymous whistleblower reports, the requirements of the EU Pay Transparency Directive, and internal investigations: many issues that arise in day-to-day employment practice have a criminal law dimension—often without those involved realizing it.
Failing to identify these risks early can put more than just the company at risk. Executives, HR professionals, and compliance officers may also expose themselves personally to liability under both employment and criminal law.
In our webinar, we will examine the key areas where employment law and criminal law intersect—from both an employment law and a criminal law perspective. Using typical real-world scenarios, we will explore when a breach of duty can escalate into a criminal investigation, what liability risks companies and individual decision-makers may face, and how HR, Legal, and Compliance should work together to respond effectively and in accordance with the law.
Who Should Attend:
- Heads of Human Resources
- Heads of Legal
- Compliance Officers
- In-house Counsel and
- Executives
What You Will Gain:
- Identify risks at an early stage
- Navigate critical areas with greater legal certainty
- Avoid liability and reputational damage
Dr. Michaela Felisiak, Counsel at Eversheds Sutherland, and Dr. Sascha Knaupe, criminal defense attorney at ROXIN, will share insights and practical experience gained from many years of advising and representing clients in these sensitive areas.
We look forward to your participation!
