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On September 10, 2025<\/strong>, the Social Chamber of the Cour de cassation<\/em> (French Supreme Court) issued two major rulings in plenary session, both published in the official bulletin. These decisions mark a significant evolution in French labor law concerning paid leave<\/strong> and overtime calculation<\/strong>, and reflect the Court\u2019s intent to align national law with European law.<\/p>\n (Cass. soc., Sept. 10, 2025, No. 23-22.732<\/em>)<\/p>\n The Court ruled that when an employee falls ill during a period of paid leave, the sick leave suspends the paid leave. In practical terms, this means the employee retains the right to use those paid leave days later.<\/p>\n The Court\u2019s objective is clear: to distinguish between paid leave (meant for rest and leisure) and sick leave (intended for recovery).<\/p>\n This decision applies Article L. 3141-3 of the French Labor Code in light of Article 7(1) of Directive 2003\/88\/EC<\/strong>, consistent with the CJEU\u2019s case law<\/strong> (Schultz-Hoff, Pereda, ANGED<\/em>).<\/p>\n Note: The suspension is subject to the employee submitting proof of sick leave.<\/p>\n1. Paid Leave and Sick Leave: Suspension of Leave Entitlement<\/h2>\n
2. <\/strong>Paid Leave Counts Toward Overtime Threshold<\/h2>\n