Employment of Ukrainian citizens in Poland in the light of the new special law

As a result of the armed conflict in the Ukraine, many of its citizens have come to Poland. These people are already or will be looking for work here, on our territory.

On March 12, 2022, the provisions of the law concerning assistance to Ukrainian citizens during the military conflict on the territory of Ukraine came into force. Among other things, this law lays down specific rules for allocating work to Ukrainian citizens. Any employer employing such a person is obliged to apply the rules introduced by the provisions of this law.

Consultations and agreements between employers and employees

The law provides for situations in which employers must consult their subordinates before implementing certain solutions. When does this obligation apply? How do you choose an employee representative? Find the answers below.

Agreements on Non-Competition for Employees (No-Poach Agreements)

What are “No-Poach Agreements”? Why are they considered unfair competition? What penalties can result from entering into such agreements?

Anti-Competitive Wage-Fixing Agreements (Wage-Fixing Agreements)

What are “Wage-Fixing Agreements”? Why are they considered unfair competition? What are the penalties for entering into such agreements?

Supplement to Wages for Part-Time Employees for Work Beyond Scheduled Hours

What is the supplement for work beyond scheduled hours? What constitutes work beyond scheduled hours versus overtime? Do part-time employees qualify for this wage supplement?

The statute of limitations of liability of a management board member for company’s obligations

The statute of limitations of liability of a member of the management board for company’s obligations is a complex issue. This happens mostly due to the fact that the provisions regulating this matter are contained in at least three legal acts: the Commercial Companies Code (art. 299), which, in the context of the statute of limitations, should be read in conjunction with the Civil Code, the Tax Ordinance (arts. 116 and 118) and the Public Finance Act (art. 66b).