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Braunau pensioner wins against former employer: lawsuit withdrawn!
A pensioner from Upper Austria was confronted with a claim for 500,000 euros from her former employer. After court hearings, the lawsuit was withdrawn and she won 142,000 euros.
Braunau pensioner wins against former employer: lawsuit withdrawn!
In Braunau, Upper Austria, a pensioner survived an unexpected legal dispute with her former employer. After more than 21 years with the company, the woman was confronted with a massive monetary claim that amounted to over 500,000 euros. The employer had accused her of being grossly negligent in implementing foreign currency transactions, which is said to have led to significant financial losses.
Their alleged errors concerned two main claims: a claim for damages of more than 167,000 euros and additional claims of over 400,000 euros for future price losses. The Upper Austria Chamber of Labor reported on this case and highlighted the severity of the situation that arose shortly after she retired.
Court withdraws lawsuit
After several court hearings, the tide turned for the pensioner. The company ultimately had to withdraw the lawsuit after the claims were deemed unfounded. “This legal case is proof that it is always best to have your final bill recalculated and checked by the union or the Chamber of Labor,” emphasized a spokesman for the Chamber of Labor.
But that's not all: the pensioner didn't let the lawsuit get her down and continued to fight successfully. She was able to obtain high compensation before the labor and social court. Her court ruling awarded her over 142,000 euros because numerous claims still remained outstanding. This result not only shows their fighting spirit, but also the importance of support from professional representatives. Anyone who finds themselves in such complex legal matters should carefully examine what claims exist.
Both the pensioner and the Chamber of Labor have sent a strong signal: In labor law, it is crucial to defend yourself against unlawful claims. The case also highlights the challenges of dealing with profitability and responsibility in financial management, even for experienced corporate executives.
Details about this incident are still sparse, however reports www.merkur.de that many retirees should be wary of unexpected financial demands to avoid finding themselves in a similar situation.
In the end, this legal dispute shows how important it is to thoroughly examine all aspects when terminating an employment relationship and, if necessary, to seek support from experts. When it comes to cooperation and responsibility between employer and employee, it remains a sensitive topic under labor law that will continue to cause discussions in the future.