What is my personal injury compensation amount? This is how your compensation is calculated
After an accident or injury, the first question is often: “How much compensation can I get?”. The answer is not straightforward, because the amount depends on various factors. In this article, the personal injury lawyers at Arslan Advocaten explain which types of damage exist, how the amount is calculated, and what amounts are possible in […]
Landlord liability for defects in commercial premises
A leaking roof, persistent mold or a broken heating system can directly impact a business. But who is responsible, and what may you as a tenant expect? In this article, we explain in plain language when there is a defect, what you may ask the landlord and which steps you can take yourself. What is […]
Renovation and rent increase in a business space: rights of tenants and landlords
Many entrepreneurs who rent a shop, office, or catering establishment will sooner or later face renovation plans by the landlord. Think about major maintenance, reconstruction or sustainability. Often the landlord wants to partly pass on the cost in the form of a rent increase. But is that allowed? The rental rights lawyers of Arslan Advocaten […]
Bankruptcy and the lease agreement: what happens to your business premises?
When a company goes bankrupt, this has major consequences for ongoing contracts, including the lease agreement for the business premises. But what exactly happens to the lease when the tenant goes bankrupt? And what rights and obligations do the landlord, the bankruptcy trustee, and any subtenants have? The tenancy law lawyers at Arslan Advocaten explain […]
Arrears and Dissolution of Business Premises
Many entrepreneurs rent a business premises for their shop, restaurant or office. But what happens if you temporarily cannot pay the rent and have a rent arrears? The consequences can be significant: the landlord can demand the dissolution of the lease and eviction of the premises. The rental law lawyers at Arslan Advocaten explain what […]
Subletting of business premises: what is and is not allowed?
Many entrepreneurs who rent a business premises wonder if they can sublet their property (partially). For instance, because they do not fully use the space or want to temporarily generate additional income. But beware: subletting business premises is legally complex and can have major consequences. The rental law lawyers from Arslan Lawyers explain what subletting […]
Substitution in commercial premises: what are your rights as a tenant?
As an entrepreneur, you can rent commercial premises in the Netherlands. But what happens if you want to transfer your business, for example by selling it or closing it? In that case, tenant substitution be a solution. The tenancy law lawyers at Arslan Advocaten explain what tenant substitution entails, how it works legally, and when […]
Home swap: what are your rights and what should you watch out for?
Home exchange can be a good solution if you need another home quickly, without having to be on a long waiting list. Especially tenants in the social housing sector make use of home exchange. But this also occurs in the private sector. However, there are legal pitfalls to home exchange. The tenancy law attorneys at […]
Rent increase: what are your rights as a tenant?
Each year, many tenants in the Netherlands face a rent increase. Sometimes this seems self-evident, but did you know that a landlord may not simply increase the rent without limit? Strict legal rules apply. The tenancy law attorneys at Arslan Advocaten explain when a rent increase is permitted, what the maximum increase is, how you […]
Expats and letting agencies: which fees are prohibited?
Many expats rent a home in the Netherlands through a real estate agent or letting agency. Often, in addition to the rent and deposit, they also have to pay extra fees, such as “administration fees”, “contract fees” or even “agency fees”. But note: a large part of these fees is illegal. The tenancy law lawyers […]