Un certificat medical ar putea duce la concediere imediată. Mii de români din Germania ar putea fi afectați • Newsweek România

A recent ruling by the Hamm Labor Court in Germany states that obtaining a medical certificate online without a doctor's consultation can lead to immediate dismissal. The court upheld the termination of an employee who submitted a medical leave certificate based solely on an online questionnaire, without any actual medical examination. This decision highlights the risks associated with digital medical services, as the court deemed the employee's actions a serious breach of trust. The German government plans to tighten regulations on medical certificates, requiring a doctor's note from the first day of illness and eliminating phone-issued certificates. Critics warn this could lead to longer wait times and increased infection risks. The ruling emphasizes the necessity of real consultations with doctors for valid medical certificates.