Blog

Tips, news and inspiration from our field

Articles that help you make better decisions. A place where we share our insights and inspiration.

Workstations in the Bilvao office

Employment and labour law · January 14, 2026

Termination of employment: notice, agreement, immediate termination

There are several ways to terminate employment: notice, agreement and immediate termination. We explain which time limits apply, when severance pay is due and what to watch out for.

Read article

Latest articles

Bilvao colleagues reviewing a statement on screen together

Employment and labour law · January 12, 2026

Severance pay and retirement allowance: when you are entitled to them

Severance pay and the retirement allowance are not the same thing, and only some people are entitled to them. We explain when an employee is entitled to them, in what amount and how they are calculated from average earnings.

Read article →
A Bilvao accountant working at her computer

Employment and labour law · January 10, 2026

Probationary period: rules and the most common misconceptions

The probationary period has its own rules and limits, which are often breached. We explain how long it can last, when it is extended and how to end the employment during it. We will show you how.

Read article →
The Bilvao open-plan office during the working day

Employment and labour law · January 8, 2026

Employment under an agreement vs. permanent employment

Employment under an agreement or permanent employment? We compare the contributions, costs and obligations of both forms so that you can choose the one that suits your company better. We can help.

Read article →
The Bilvao team around a shared table

Employment and labour law · January 6, 2026

Employing foreign nationals in Slovakia: obligations

Employing foreign nationals in Slovakia comes with strict rules and notification obligations. We explain when a work permit is needed and how to meet all the deadlines. We can help.

Read article →
Accounting software open on two monitors

Employment and labour law · January 4, 2026

Employing minors and students

Employing minors and students is subject to special rules and limits. We explain which work is prohibited, which contributions apply and what a casual job (brigáda) means.

Read article →
Bilvao colleagues with a laptop by the window

Employment and labour law · January 2, 2026

Seasonal work: rules and contributions

Seasonal work has its own type of agreement and reduced contributions. We explain which activities it covers, how to register it correctly and how much you save with it. We will show you how.

Read article →
Documents handed across a desk

Employment and labour law · December 31, 2025

Health and safety at work: the employer’s basic obligations

Health and safety at work places clear obligations on the employer, from training to documentation. We explain what you must provide, how often to train and what to avoid during an inspection.

Read article →
Handing over a completed statement

Employment and labour law · December 29, 2025

GDPR when processing employee data

GDPR, when applied to employee data, determines what you may keep on record and how to protect it. We explain which consents you need and which documentation to prepare.

Read article →
A Bilvao colleague working through paperwork

Employment and labour law · December 27, 2025

State contribution for training new employees

A state contribution for training employees will cover part of your costs. We explain who is eligible, what the Labour Office’s conditions are and how to apply for it correctly.

Read article →
Bilvao colleagues at their workstations

Employment and labour law · December 25, 2025

Non-compete clause in an employment contract

A non-compete clause restricts an employee even after their employment has ended. We explain how to agree it validly, what compensation you must pay and how long the clause can last.

Read article →
Bilvao colleagues in the office

Employment and labour law · December 23, 2025

Working time, breaks and attendance records

Working time, breaks and attendance records are subject to statutory limits that you must observe. We explain how to keep attendance records correctly and avoid fines from the authorities.

Read article →
Notes in a notebook beside a coffee

Employment and labour law · December 21, 2025

Compensation for damage in the workplace: who is liable

Compensation for damage in the workplace depends on who caused the damage and through what conduct. We explain when the employee is liable, when the employer is liable and what the limits on compensation are.

Read article →

Need advice with your accounting?

Arrange a consultation with our experts.

Arrange a consultation