Talk Track: Late Payment Interest/Fees validity [English]

Pillars: Transparency, Compliance, Trust

It is completely understandable to question late payment interest or fees when working from an older MSPA. The important point is that these charges do not depend on which contract version you hold. Both interest on overdue payments under Section 288 (2) of the German Civil Code and late payment fees under Section 288 (5) are legal requirements that apply automatically. In our updated Terms and Conditions we simply describe this legal position more clearly. Nothing has changed in substance. It is a transparent clarification of obligations that already exist under German law. If you would like to review any part of this together, I am here to support you.

Pillars: Effortless, Customer & Talent Experience, Transparency

When payment timelines come into question, especially with an older MSPA, it helps to know that the rules around late payment interest and fees are driven by German law rather than the contract itself. These requirements exist to keep payroll running without disruptions and to protect the experience of your talent. Our latest Terms and Conditions simply make these legal rules clearer, so there are no surprises and everything remains predictable on your side. If you want to discuss how this applies to your setup, I am more than happy to walk you through it.

Pillars: Trust, Transparency, Compliance

It makes perfect sense to question the validity of late payment fees if your MSPA is an older version. The key point is that these fees are mandated by the German Civil Code, so they apply independently of the contract wording. Sections 288 (2) and 288 (5) set these rules out clearly, and our updated Terms and Conditions simply reflect that legal reality so you always have full visibility. Our aim is to maintain a partnership built on clarity and confidence, and I am happy to answer any questions you may have about how this works in practice.