The Local Switzerland https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Switzerland in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Can you be fired in Switzerland if you have too much time off sick? The number of workers taking sick leave in Switzerland is higher than ever. But could people lose their jobs if they end up taking too much time off? https://www.thelocal.ch/20220214/reader-question-does-my-swiss-employer-have-a-right-to-fire-me-while-i-am-sick Mon, 14 Feb 2022 15:22:09 +0100 reader-question-does-my-swiss-employer-have-a-right-to-fire-me-while-i-am-sick How can I legally reduce my rent in Switzerland? Are you paying too much rent in Switzerland? Here's how you can challenge your landlord and bring down your rental costs. https://www.thelocal.ch/20210226/reader-question-how-do-i-challenge-my-rent-in-switzerland Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:25:14 +0100 reader-question-how-do-i-challenge-my-rent-in-switzerland Third generation fast-track naturalisation in Switzerland: What you need to know Many people in Switzerland are eligible for third generation fast-track naturalisation but are unaware. Here's what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.ch/20220408/fast-track-naturalisation-in-switzerland-everything-you-need-to-know Fri, 08 Apr 2022 18:18:18 +0200 fast-track-naturalisation-in-switzerland-everything-you-need-to-know Switzerland's special 'S permit' visa program: What Ukrainians need to know Switzerland has announced a special visa program for Ukrainians fleeing conflict. Renuka Cavadini, a partner with Geneva's Page & Partners, explains how this special visa program works. https://www.thelocal.ch/20220309/switzerlands-special-visa-program-what-ukrainians-need-to-know Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:04:15 +0100 switzerlands-special-visa-program-what-ukrainians-need-to-know Noisy construction work in Switzerland: What are my rights? You rented an apartment in a quiet location but all of a sudden there is construction going on and the noise is driving you crazy. Is there anything you can do in Switzerland other than pack up your stuff and move away? https://www.thelocal.ch/20210621/noisy-construction-work-in-switzerland-what-are-my-rights Mon, 21 Jun 2021 17:43:40 +0200 noisy-construction-work-in-switzerland-what-are-my-rights How to survive cybercrime in Switzerland While the overall rate of crime has fallen in Switzerland in recent times, the incidence of cybercrime is increasing dramatically. https://www.thelocal.ch/20190502/cybercrime-in-switzerland-the-ultimate-survivors-guide-law-crime Thu, 02 May 2019 22:18:21 +0200 cybercrime-in-switzerland-the-ultimate-survivors-guide-law-crime Swiss inheritance law: What will change in 2022 Drawing up a will or testament - or already have one? There are some important changes you need to know about. https://www.thelocal.ch/20211230/swiss-inheritance-law-what-will-change-in-2022 Thu, 30 Dec 2021 16:21:38 +0100 swiss-inheritance-law-what-will-change-in-2022 Swiss law: What you need to know about cyberbullying Cyberbullying is a growing problem in Switzerland. Here Geneva-based lawyer Renuka Cavadini looks at how to deal with this issue and what you can do to help prevent it happening. https://www.thelocal.ch/20190603/swiss-law-what-you-need-to-know-about-cyberbullying Mon, 03 Jun 2019 12:27:02 +0200 swiss-law-what-you-need-to-know-about-cyberbullying How to avoid rental scams in Switzerland The French-speaking media in Switzerland reported at the end of 2020 on illegal practices used by building owners to overcharge their tenants. Here's how to avoid these scams. https://www.thelocal.ch/20210304/how-to-avoid-rental-scams-in-switzerland Thu, 04 Mar 2021 13:18:42 +0100 how-to-avoid-rental-scams-in-switzerland Privacy in Switzerland: Can my boss read my emails and check my phone? Can your employer access your personal data, i.e. emails or look through your work phone? Renuka Cavadini of Geneva's Page & Partners breaks down your rights under Swiss employment law. https://www.thelocal.ch/20211214/privacy-in-switzerland-can-my-boss-read-my-emails-and-check-my-phone Tue, 14 Dec 2021 16:01:08 +0100 privacy-in-switzerland-can-my-boss-read-my-emails-and-check-my-phone 7 things you need to know about Swiss inheritance law Thinking about writing a will or just want to know more about inheritance law in Switzerland? Here are seven important areas to be aware of. https://www.thelocal.ch/20211123/7-things-you-need-to-know-about-swiss-inheritance-law Tue, 23 Nov 2021 11:10:23 +0100 7-things-you-need-to-know-about-swiss-inheritance-law Have your say: What questions do you have about law and tax in Switzerland? Navigating Swiss law can be difficult at times. Are there areas of law or tax rules that confuse you? Do you have specific legal questions that we may be able to answer? https://www.thelocal.ch/20210326/have-your-say-what-legal-questions-do-you-have-about-switzerland Fri, 26 Mar 2021 19:36:45 +0100 have-your-say-what-legal-questions-do-you-have-about-switzerland Renting in Switzerland: Can I pay less when my landlord renovates the apartment? With most of us spending much more time at home due to the coronavirus pandemic, renovation work can cause an even bigger inconvenience than usual. I am working from home and the landlord is getting renovation done, can I request a reduction of the rent? https://www.thelocal.ch/20210315/renting-in-switzerland-can-i-pay-less-when-my-landlord-renovates-the-apartment Mon, 15 Mar 2021 13:33:02 +0100 renting-in-switzerland-can-i-pay-less-when-my-landlord-renovates-the-apartment What freelancers in Switzerland need to know about paying tax Around one in four people in Switzerland are freelancers or self-employed. Here's what you need to know about tax for freelancers in Switzerland. https://www.thelocal.ch/20210308/what-freelancers-in-switzerland-need-to-know-about-tax Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:31:54 +0100 what-freelancers-in-switzerland-need-to-know-about-tax