DLP Insights

The designation of functions regarding occupational safety must be shown on a written document, bearing a specific date, and have a series of requirements which are essential for being able to release an employer from significant liability in cases of damage to health.

The first two implementing decrees of the Jobs Acts, the one on contracts with increased protection based on seniority and the one for overhaul of social shock absorbers, were published in the Official Gazette of 6 March this month, becoming effective 7 March 2015.

Starting in May 2015 13 weeks of contributions paid in the four years prior to unemployment will be sufficient for obtaining the new unemployment benefit called NASpI.

The draft of the Legislative Decree overhauling contracts examined last 20 February by the Council of Ministers would result in some significant changes in policies for reconciling free time and work.

When the decree becomes effective the rules for long-term hiring and dismissal will change substantially.