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Maternity leave - taking stock

31.03.2025

"In the event of the end of the world, I would prefer to be in Switzerland. Everything happens a little later there." It remains to be seen whether this statement can actually be attributed to Albert Einstein. But it is certainly true. This is exemplified by how half-heartedly and traditionally the Swiss organise paid childcare after the birth of a child.

Hope for insured persons: motion calls for proper medical clarification

30.03.2025

The National Council approves a motion by its Social Security and Health Committee calling for a reassessment of IV decisions based on dubious medical reports.

Ski piste crime scene: The risk of accidents goes with you

21.02.2025

Every year, around twice as many people have accidents on the ski slopes than on the roads. Although safety on the ski slopes has improved in recent years, there is still a significant risk of accidents. In this article, we shed light on the basis of liability.

Black box household clarification

06.01.2025

Disability assessment for persons working in the household.

Reconsideration of "old" accident insurance pensions is no longer permitted

05.12.2024

Change in case law: The reconsideration of "old" accident insurance pensions due to failure to carry out an adequacy test is no longer permitted - but many people are still left empty-handed.

Delay in IV proceedings - waiting period daily allowance to guarantee financial security

05.11.2024

A parliamentary motion calls on the Federal Council to take measures to speed up the IV procedure and ensure financial security for those affected.

Internal insurance doctors are biased

01.10.2024

A recent dissertation reveals the systematic bias of medical services of the IV, Suva and compulsory health insurance schemes.

Reintegration of pension recipients

05.09.2024

Pitfalls when reintegrating pension recipients - here's what you need to watch out for!

Legislation at cantonal level

26.07.2024

Change in case law: costs covered by accident insurance even after case closure and without pension

Holiday time - accident time

01.07.2024

Whether you're swimming in a river, climbing rocks or biking on trails: compulsory accident insurance can reduce benefits in the event of non-occupational accidents and refuse to pay benefits in serious cases. We show you where the fun ends.

Relapsing illnesses: Slowly progressing disease courses from an insurance law perspective

05.06.2024

What to consider in the case of phasic and relapsing diseases.

Medication, loss minimisation and daily sickness benefits

02.05.2024

Anyone claiming insurance benefits should minimise the damage as much as possible. Insured persons are regularly required to undergo psychopharmacotherapy. This practice is commonplace in social insurance law. But what is the situation in private insurance law?