Document background
The Separation Agreement And General Release is a crucial document used when formally ending an employment relationship under Austrian law. It serves as a comprehensive settlement instrument that protects both employer and employee interests by clearly defining the terms of separation, including financial arrangements, ongoing obligations, and mutual releases. This document is typically used in situations of mutual agreement to terminate employment, ensuring compliance with Austrian labor laws and providing legal certainty for all parties involved. It addresses mandatory requirements under Austrian employment law, such as severance payments (Abfertigung), reference letters (Dienstzeugnis), and notice periods, while also incorporating provisions for data protection under GDPR. The agreement is particularly important in preventing future disputes by documenting all aspects of the separation and containing a general release of claims, subject to the limitations imposed by Austrian law.
