Insights
Wages in Bitcoin under Swiss Law
As a general rule, the employment contract can contain an agreement that wages are not paid in Swiss francs but in another currency. The extent to which this also applies to Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies and the associated risks need to be examined on a case-by-case basis.
Bonus Pay in Switzerland - Discretionary or Not?
When an employment contract is terminated, disagreements about bonus payments may arise. A recent decision by the Federal Supreme Court better clarified under which circumstances bonus payments are subject to the employer’s discretion.