
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...

Bankruptcy and the lease: what happens to your business premises?
When a company goes bankrupt, this has major consequences for ongoing contracts, including the lease of the business premises. But what exactly happens to the rent if the tenant goes...

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...

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...

Home Exchange: What are your rights and what should you pay attention to?
Home exchanging can be a good solution if you are quickly looking for another home, without being on a long waiting list. Especially tenants in the social sector make use...

Expats and Tenant Protection at Termination of Rental
Many expats think that their lease in the Netherlands can be terminated as soon as the landlord wants. Fortunately, this is not the case. In the Netherlands, there is indeed...

Expats and Mediation Agencies: Which Costs are Prohibited?
Many expats rent a home in the Netherlands through a real estate agent or mediation agency. Besides rent and deposit, they often have to pay extra costs such as “administrative...

Expats and co-tenancy: rights when partner or family comes along
Many expats do not only move to the Netherlands, but also bring their partner or family with them. Often, the question arises: does the partner also have tenant rights? And...

Expats and rent check at the Rent Commission
Many expats in the Netherlands pay a high rent for their home. Often they do not know that the rent can be checked at the Rent Commission. This is an...

Expats and short stay contracts: Rent or hotel?
Many expats rent a property in the Netherlands via a short stay contract. This seems convenient, as it is flexible and tailored to a temporary stay. But legally speaking, there...

Step-by-step plan for expats with rental problems in the Netherlands
Many expats do not know exactly what steps they need to take when a problem arises with their landlord. With this overview, you know exactly what to do. 1. Check...

Discrimination of expats on the housing market: what are your rights?
Expats looking for a place to live in the Netherlands often find they are treated differently than Dutch tenants. They sometimes have to pay a higher deposit, face stricter conditions...

Expats and termination of rent: what to do in case of cancellation or eviction
Many expats in the Netherlands find themselves dealing with termination of their rental contract. Sometimes, the landlord suddenly announces that the property needs to be vacated, or there are even...

Tenant protection for expats: the same rights as Dutch tenants
Many expats who rent a home in the Netherlands, think they have fewer rights than Dutch tenants. Landlords and real estate agents sometimes consciously give that impression, for example by...

Expats and temporary rental contracts: pitfalls and rights
Many expats in the Netherlands rent a property with a temporary lease. Landlords and brokers often use this form of contract to maintain flexibility. For expats this seems logical: they...

Service costs and expats: often too high or unjustly passed on
Many expats who rent a home in the Netherlands, in addition to the rent, they also pay service costs. These are costs for, for example, energy, cleaning or maintenance of...

Tenant law and deposit for expats in the Netherlands
Expats who come to the Netherlands to work or study almost always have to deal with renting a property. This usually also includes a security deposit. Unfortunately, expats often run...

Checklist for expats when signing a rental contract in the Netherlands
Renting a home in the Netherlands as an expat can be exciting and challenging. The housing market is tight, the contracts are often written in Dutch, and the rules around...

Discrimination and inequality: can expats pay more deposit than Dutch people?
Expats renting a house in the Netherlands often have to deal with higher deposits than Dutch renters. Where Dutch people usually pay 1 or 2 months deposit, expats are sometimes...

How Expats Can Get Their Deposit Back After Leaving the Netherlands
Many expats return to their homeland or move to a new destination after their stay in the Netherlands. Unfortunately, it often happens that they do not get their deposit back...

Security deposit in expat rental contracts: why expats often pay more
Expats who move to the Netherlands almost always have to deal with a security deposit when renting a home. While Dutch tenants usually pay one or two months’ deposit, we...

Deposit for temporary rental: short stay, AirBnB and temporary contracts
Increasingly, landlords rent out properties temporarily: through short stay, AirBnB or a temporary lease. A deposit is almost always requested in these types of rentals. But what are the rules?...

Borg and expats: what should foreign tenants in the Netherlands watch out for?
Expats who rent a house in the Netherlands almost always have to deal with a deposit (borg). Unfortunately, it often happens that expats pay too much deposit or do not...

Deposit for Room Rental and Student Housing
Many students and young people rent a room in a student house or through a private landlord. When signing the rental contract, a security deposit is often requested. But how...

Security deposit and rent arrears: can the landlord offset this?
The deposit (security deposit) is intended as a guarantee for the landlord. A frequently asked question is whether the landlord can use the deposit to offset rent arrears. The answer...

When can the landlord withhold the deposit?
When renting a property, you often pay a deposit. This amount is intended as security for the landlord. However, at the end of the rental period there is often a...

How much security deposit can a landlord ask for?
When you rent a property, the landlord often asks for a security deposit – usually referred to as a deposit. This amount serves as a guarantee for any rent arrears...

Sick leave allowance and the UWV: what are your rights?
Are you sick and do you receive a sick leave allowance (ZW) from the UWV? Then a decision by the UWV can have major consequences. Perhaps you are told that...

NIVRE-registered expert and lawyer in personal injury: the power of the combination
When you suffer personal injury due to an accident, you often have to deal with complex calculations, negotiations, and legal procedures. Victims regularly wonder who they need: a NIVRE-registered expert...

Seizure of Bank Account: What is it and what can you do?
Seizure of a bank account is one of the most drastic measures that a bailiff can take. You log into your bank and suddenly find your balance blocked or vanished....

Wage Seizure and the Seizure-Free Foot: What You Need to Know
Receiving a letter from a bailiff notifying you of a wage seizure often comes as a big shock. A portion of your salary or allowance goes directly to the creditor....

The court in the Netherlands: types, differences, and procedures
Many individuals who are faced with a legal issue often wonder, “Which judge will handle my case?” The Dutch legal system has different courts: the court, the court of appeal,...

The District Court Judge: When, What For and How Does the Procedure Work?
Many individuals who receive a summons or petition end up in district court. But what does a district court judge actually do, what cases do they handle, and how does...

Evidence in a trial: types, collection and use
In a lawsuit, everything revolves around evidence. The judge does not only decide on the basis of stories, but mainly on the basis of facts that can be substantiated. Many...

Common mistakes in lawsuits: avoid these pitfalls
Leading a lawsuit is unfamiliar territory for many individuals. You receive a summons or petition and suddenly find yourself facing a judge. Precisely because this is often new, people make...

Suing on your own without a lawyer: is that allowed and is it wise?
Many individuals who receive a summons or petition wonder: “Can I do this myself or do I always need a lawyer?” In some cases, you are indeed allowed to sue...

What does litigation cost? Explanation about court fees and litigation costs
Many people who receive a summons or petition wonder: “What does a lawsuit actually cost?” In addition to the cost of a lawyer, court fees and litigation costs play an...

Summary proceedings: what is it, when and how does the procedure work?
Sometimes you cannot wait for a regular lawsuit that can take months. Think of an impending eviction, an urgent labor dispute, or a ban that you need immediately. In such...

Appeal after a verdict: when, how and what are your chances?
Do you disagree with a court ruling? Then in many cases you can appeal at the court. On appeal, a higher judge reviews the case again, and the court’s verdict...

Judgment in the Netherlands: explanation, types and what you can do
Receiving a judgment from the court is exciting and often confusing for many individuals. What exactly is in such a statement? What if you disagree with the judgment? And what...

Default judgment received: what now and how to object?
A default judgment can have major implications. It means that the judge has made a decision because you did not appear or did not defend yourself in a proceeding. Many...

Petition received: what now and how do you defend yourself?
Receiving a petition from the court can be quite frightening. Often it involves sensitive matters, such as divorce, dealing with children or the termination of an employment contract. Many individuals...

Received a summons from the bailiff: What now?
Receiving a summons from the bailiff can be quite a shock. Many people do not know what this document means and are afraid of the consequences. However, it is important...

Received a summons or petition? What now and how to defend?
Receiving a summons or petition can be very scary. Many people have never dealt with the judge and do not know what to do. However, it is important that you...

Dismissal for economic reasons through UWV: rules and your rights
An employer cannot just fire you. For economic reasons (such as declining sales, cost savings or relocation), the employer must apply for a dismissal permit from the UWV. This type...

Immediate Dismissal: Rules, Urgent Reasons and Your Rights
Immediate dismissal is the most severe measure an employer can take. It means that your employment contract ends immediately, without notice period and usually without severance pay. The consequences are...

Dismissal due to culpable actions or omissions: rules, examples, and your rights
An employer can dismiss an employee due to culpable actions or omissions. This means that the employee has done or failed to do something so serious that the employer can...

Dismissal due to disturbed working relationship with colleagues or supervisor
A good collaboration is essential in the workplace. Sometimes the relationship between employee and colleagues or supervisor is so poor that there is a disturbed working relationship. This can lead...

Dismissal during reorganization and social plan: what are your rights?
A reorganization can have major consequences for employees. Sometimes functions disappear, departments merge, or a relocation takes place. Dismissal can be inevitable during a reorganization. Yet, as an employee, you...

Dismissal due to fraud or theft: rules, evidence and your rights
Fraud or theft is often seen by employers as one of the most serious violations in the workplace. In such cases, there is usually an immediate dismissal. This can have...

Dismissal during illness: rules, exceptions, and your rights
Everyone can get sick. Fortunately, the law offers employees in such a situation strong protection. In most cases, an employer may not dismiss you during illness. However, there are exceptions...

Dismissal during probation period: rules, rights and common mistakes
A probation period gives both employer and employee the opportunity to see if the collaboration is a good fit. During this period, the employment contract can be terminated immediately, without...

Dismissal during pregnancy and parental leave: your rights
Pregnancy or parental leave is a special and protected period. The legislator wants to prevent employees from unfairly losing their jobs during this phase of their lives. Therefore, there are...

Dismissal during long-term illness: your rights after 2 years of incapacity for work
When you become ill, your employer cannot dismiss you for the first two years. During this period, the employer must continue to pay your salary and work with you on...

Dismissal due to economic business reasons and reorganisation: your rights explained
An employer can dismiss employees if the company runs into financial problems or if there is a reorganisation. This is called economic dismissal. Because this has a large impact on...

Probation and dismissal during probation: your rights and pitfalls
Many employment contracts contain a probationary period. This is a period in which both the employer and the employee can terminate the collaboration without notice or grounds for dismissal. However,...

Non-competition and relationship clauses: rules, rights, and solutions
Many employment contracts contain a non-competition clause or a relationship clause. These stipulations limit your options to start working with a new employer or maintaining contacts after your dismissal or...

Transition allowance and severance payments in the Netherlands: your complete guide
In the event of dismissal, you are often entitled to a transition allowance. Sometimes an even higher severance payment can be agreed upon, for instance in a settlement agreement. The...

Dismissal protection in the Netherlands: your complete guide
In the Netherlands, employers cannot simply dismiss employees. As an employee, you enjoy dismissal protection. This means that your employer may only terminate the employment in specific cases, and often...

Subsequent Employers and Counting Work as a Temp Worker
Many employees start via a temp agency or a secondment agency at a company, and later become directly employed by the same employer. Or they change employers within a concern,...

Termination Agreement and Notice Period: Why is it So Important
A settlement agreement (SA) regulates the termination of your employment by mutual agreement. One of the most important components in this is the notice period. Yet this is often overlooked,...

Determination Agreement and Transition Compensation for Temporary Contracts
Many employees with a temporary contract think that they are not entitled to redundancy pay when their contract ends prematurely. However, even in that case, there may be a right...

Mutual Termination Agreement and Underperformance: What Are Your Rights?
An employer who believes an employee is underperforming (not functioning properly), may aim to terminate the employment contract. This is often done via a Mutual Termination Agreement (MTA). This can...

Settlement agreement for director or statutory director: what should you pay extra attention to?
A settlement agreement (VSO) is often used to terminate employment contracts. But for a director or statutory director, different rules apply than for ordinary employees. Dismissal in these positions is...

Dismissal via UWV versus settlement agreement: Explaining the differences
When your employer wants to part with you, it can be done in different ways. Often you are offered a settlement agreement (VSO), but sometimes the employer opts for a...

Settlement Agreement or Procedure at the District Court: What is smarter?
If your employer wants to terminate your employment, this can be done in several ways. Often, a settlement agreement (VSO) is offered. But sometimes the employer chooses a procedure before...

Mutual consent dismissal: how does that work?
When an employer and employee decide to terminate the employment, this can be done through dismissal with mutual consent. This almost always happens with a settlement agreement (VSO). The advantage...

14 days of consideration when establishing agreement: what does that mean for you?
When you receive a settlement agreement (VSO), the pressure to sign quickly can be great. Employers often make it appear as if there is a rush or as if the...

Refusing a settlement agreement: what are the consequences?
A settlement agreement (VSO) is a proposal from your employer to end the employment contract in mutual agreement. But what if you are not satisfied with the offer and decide...

Signing a settlement agreement: What do you need to pay attention to?
Signing a settlement agreement (VSO) is a big decision. Once you sign, your employment contract is terminated and the written agreements apply. Employers often present the agreement as a standard...

Received settlement agreement: these are your first steps
Receiving a settlement agreement can evoke many emotions: uncertainty, frustration or even panic. Often, an employer’s proposal comes unexpectedly and it seems like you have to sign immediately. However, it...

Having received a settlement agreement: these are your first steps
Receiving a settlement agreement (VSO) can be exciting. Your employer proposes to terminate the employment contract by mutual agreement. But what should you do? First steps Stay calm – a...

Presumption of employment scope: clarity for on-call workers and employees with a 0-hour contract
Many on-call workers, especially in the hospitality industry, work structurally more hours than stated in their employment contract. This can lead to discussion: how many hours are really part of...

Posting and seconding expats in the Netherlands: what you need to know
Many expats do not come directly into the service of a Dutch company, but work here via posting or secondment. This means that they formally remain employed by a foreign...

Deposit (bond) when renting: complete guide for tenants and landlords
When you rent a property in the Netherlands, you almost always have to deal with a deposit, often simply called a bond. This amount is intended as security for the...

Dismissal Protection for Expats in the Netherlands: Your Rights
Expats working in the Netherlands often wonder how well they are protected against dismissal. The rules in the Netherlands are strict and employees – including expats – cannot just be...

Legal advice for expats in the Netherlands
Working and living as an expat in the Netherlands offers many opportunities, but also brings with it legal questions. From renting or buying a house to your employment contract, taxes,...

Job protection for expats in the Netherlands: Your rights
Expats working in the Netherlands often wonder how well they are protected against dismissal. The rules in the Netherlands are strict and employees – including expats – cannot be dismissed...

Employment contract for expats in the Netherlands: what should you pay attention to?
As an expat in the Netherlands, the employment contract is the basis of your stay and income. However, the rules and agreements are often different than in your home country....

Buying a home as an expat in the Netherlands: Opportunities and Legal Aspects
More and more expats prefer to buy a house in the Netherlands rather than rent. Consider high rental costs, owning a home maybe more appealing. However, there are specific rules...

Tenancy law for expats in the Netherlands: what should you pay attention to?
Many expats who come to the Netherlands initially rent a home. This can be an apartment, a family house or a studio. But the Dutch rental market has strict rules,...

The 30% rule for expats in the Netherlands: what you need to know
For foreign employees who come to work in the Netherlands, the costs can add up. Think of relocation, double housing costs and higher daily expenses. To compensate for this, the...

When should an employer apply for a dismissal permit?
A dismissal permit through the UWV is required in the following situations: Business economic dismissalFor example, in the case of reorganization, downsizing or poor financial situation of the company. Dismissal...

Calculating severance payment for temporary contract: how it works
Is your temporary contract not being renewed? Then you are probably entitled to a severance pay. This compensation is intended to make the transition to a new job easier. But...

Severance pay with temporary contracts: these are your rights
Many employees in the Netherlands work on a temporary contract. When such a work agreement is not renewed, it can have significant implications. Fortunately, in many cases, the employee is...

Temporary employment contract: rights and duties for employer and employee
In the Netherlands, many employees work based on a temporary employment contract, also known as a contract for a certain period. This type of contract can be convenient for both...

Hernia and personal injury after an accident: your rights and compensation
A hernia can cause serious and long-term complaints. When a hernia is the result of an accident, such as a traffic accident or industrial accident, you often have the right...

Non-congenital brain injury (ACI) and personal injury: your rights and options
An accident can not only have physical, but also serious neurological consequences. When you suffer brain injury due to an accident, this is referred to as non-congenital brain injury (ACI)....

Compensation for Acquired Brain Injury (ABI): How is it Determined?
Victims of acquired brain injury often face enduring limitations. The loss of work, independence and joy of life has a significant impact. In addition to reimbursement of medical costs and...

Handing over the file in an ongoing personal injury case: why and how does that work?
Many victims of an accident initially engage an advocate or lawyer who handles their personal injury case. Yet it regularly happens that clients become dissatisfied with the way their file...

Delta-v in Personal Injury Cases: Meaning, Discussion, Case Law and Your Rights
Delta-v in Personal Injury Cases: Meaning, Discussion, Case Law and Your Rights In personal injury cases, discussions often arise about delta-v. Insurers use this concept to dispute the severity of...

Legal insurance and disputes: what if you disagree with your insurer?
A legal insurance can be a solution when you need legal help, for example, in a labor dispute, a dispute with the neighbors, or a claim for damages. However, in...

Removing EVR registration: What are your rights and options?
When you are suspected of fraud by a bank or insurer, this can lead to registration in the External Referral Register (EVR). This register is managed by the CIS Foundation...

Filing complaints with Kifid: Your rights and steps
When you have a conflict with a bank, insurer or financial advisor, this can have major consequences. Perhaps your compensation has been denied, insurance is not paid or you are...

Insurance fraud: consequences, risks and legal assistance
Insurance fraud is more common than one might think. Every year, thousands of people try to deliberately or unconsciously take advantage of their insurance by, for example, exaggerating damage or...

Medical errors: what are your rights and options?
If you or a loved one is the victim of a medical error, this can have far-reaching consequences. Not only physically and emotionally, but financially the damage can be significant....

Loss of earning capacity in personal injury: explanation, calculation and compensation
When you become unfit for work due to an accident, this often has significant financial consequences. You may be able to work less or not at all (temporarily or permanently),...

Personal Injury after a Traffic Accident – Claim Your Compensation
A traffic accident can have major consequences. Not only physically, but also emotionally and financially. Have you suffered personal injury due to a traffic accident that was (partly) caused by...

Article 5 Road Traffic Act (RTA) and liability in traffic accidents
Article 5 of the Road Traffic Act 1994 (RTA) determines that it is prohibited to behave in such a way that causes danger or nuisance on the road. This article...

Legal presumption of work volume: how to claim fixed hours for structural overtime
Do you work as a call worker (e.g. in the hospitality industry) structurally more hours than stated in your contract? Then you can rely on the legal presumption of work...

SVI Insurance: This covers passenger insurance for drivers and passengers
An SVI insurance (Passenger Damage Insurance) compensates for the actual damage of both the driver and passengers after a traffic accident — even if no one else is liable or...

Termination of a Temporary Employment Contract: Rights and Duties of Temporary Workers
A temporary employment contract is often flexible in nature. Both the temporary worker and the temp agency can decide to terminate their cooperation. Nevertheless, there are clear rules regarding notice...

Dangerous driving and Article 5 Road Traffic Act (WVW)
Dangerous driving, also known as causing danger or hindrance on the road, is criminalized in Article 5 of the Road Traffic Act 1994 (WVW). Although this is not a crime...

Everything you need to know about the SVI insurance and personal injury
SVI insurance in case of personal injury: how are you insured in a traffic accident? The consequences of a traffic accident can be severe for passengers. Besides medical expenses, loss...

The Deposit in Renting a House: Your Rights as a Tenant
The Deposit in Renting a House: Your Rights as a Tenant Renting a house often goes hand in hand with paying a deposit. This deposit provides the landlord with financial...

Employer’s Liability for Temporary Workers
As a temporary worker, you are just as vulnerable to accidents at work as full-time employees. But who is responsible if you incur personal injury? Is it the temp agency,...

Holding employer liable in case of a work accident
Have you been injured in a workplace accident? In many cases, you can hold your employer responsible for the damage suffered, even if the accident was caused by a colleague’s...

Hit as a pizza delivery person, meal courier, or mail carrier: what are your rights?
Do you work as a pizza delivery person, meal courier, or mail carrier? Then you often travel for your job, which increases the chance of a traffic accident. If you...

Accident in construction: what are your rights?
Working in construction involves daily risks. The nature of the work, such as working at great heights, handling heavy materials and using machinery, makes the chance of an accident relatively...

Reporting a work accident: what are the rules?
Are you dealing with a work accident? Then it is important to know when your employer is obliged to report this. In the Netherlands, serious work accidents must be reported...

Reporting a work accident: what are the rules?
Are you dealing with a workplace accident? Then it is important to know when your employer is required to report this. In the Netherlands, serious workplace accidents must be reported...

Incapacitated due to a work accident: what are your rights?
A work accident can have major consequences, including incapacity to work. If you can no longer work temporarily or completely due to an accident at work, this can lead to...

Labor Migrants More Often Victims of Work Accidents
Labor migrants in the Netherlands have a greater chance of becoming victims of a work accident than other employees. Figures from the Dutch Labour Inspection show that an average of...

Do temporary workers have the same rights as permanent employees?
As an employer, it can be attractive to temporarily hire additional staff through a temp agency. It offers flexibility and relieves you of administrative tasks, since the temp worker is...

The prohibition on obstacles for temporary agency workers: protection upon employment after secondment
The prohibition on obstacles is an important part of the Allocation of Workers by Intermediaries Act (Waadi), which protects temporary agency workers when entering into an employment contract with the...

The Presumption of Workload: Explaining Your Rights as an Employee
As an employee, you may face situations where you consistently work more hours than stipulated in your employment contract. This can happen if you are, for example, working on a...

The phase system for temporary workers: Everything you need to know about phase A, B, and C
Temporary workers often work flexibly, being placed at an employer by a temping agency (the hirer). To structure this process and ensure the rights of temporary workers, the temping sector...

Severance Pay for Temporary Workers: Everything You Need to Know
As a temporary worker, just like regular employees, you may be eligible for severance pay. This is a form of dismissal compensation you receive from your employer when your contract...

Company Accident Temp Worker: who is liable?
Many companies regularly use temporary workers to cope with temporary peaks in workload or for specific projects. Temporary workers offer flexibility, but their position also raises special legal issues, especially...

Rules for temporary workers: What are the responsibilities of the hiring company and the temporary help agency?
In the Netherlands, there are strict labor rules that must be adhered to in order to ensure the safety and health of temporary workers at work. Both the hiring company...

Termination notice for temp workers: what are your rights?
As a temporary worker, you often work on the basis of temporary contracts, but what if you want to quit your job? Termination of an employment contract works differently for...

Permanent contract after working through a temp agency: How does the chain rule work?
Do you work through a temp agency and consider signing a permanent contract with the same or a new employer? Then it’s important to know how the law deals with...

Temporary Employment Clause in Case of Sickness Reporting by a Temporary Worker: What does the Supreme Court Say?
The use of the temporary employment clause in the employment contract of a temp is a much-discussed topic within labor law. But what exactly happens when a temporary worker reports...

Successive Employers and the Rights of Temporary Workers: What You Need to Know
Hiring temporary workers is a common practice in the Netherlands. But what happens when a temporary worker switches to a new employer or when he or she takes up direct...

Ill Temp Worker and the Temp Agency Clause: What are the Rights?
If you’re working as a temp, you’ve likely heard of the temp agency clause. But what does it mean, especially when you fall ill? In this blog post, we discuss...

Temporary workers and their rights: What should you know?
In the Netherlands, thousands of people work as temporary workers. But how exactly are the rights and obligations of temporary workers? In this article we explain which rules apply and...

Parental Authority: Everything You Need to Know
Parental authority gives parents legal responsibility for the upbringing and care of their minor children. Parental authority involves significant rights and obligations, including making decisions about the child’s residence, school...

Changing Your First Name in the Netherlands: A Comprehensive Guide
Changing a first name can be a significant step for people who no longer feel connected to their current first name or want to correct a mistake. Whether it’s for...

Spousal Support: Everything You Need to Know
Spousal Support: Everything You Need to Know Spousal support is a financial obligation that may arise after a divorce, whereby one ex-partner contributes to the livelihood of the other ex-partner....

International Divorce: Everything You Need to Know
A divorce is a major event, and when an international aspect comes into play, it can significantly complicate the process. International divorces often involve multiple legal systems, different countries, and...

Parenting Plan in Divorce: Important Agreements
When you separate and have minor children, it is mandatory to establish a parenting plan. This plan helps to make arrangements about the care and upbringing of the children after...

Child Alimony: How is it Determined and What are Your Rights?
When you and your partner decide to divorce, it is crucial to ensure that the care of your children is well organized. An important aspect of this is the determination...

Fixed costs during a divorce: who pays what?
During a divorce, both partners often remain responsible for paying the fixed costs, such as the mortgage or rent, until definitive agreements have been made. Whether it’s a bought or...

The New Limited Marital Property Law: What do you need to know?
Since the law amendment on January 1, 2018, the Dutch marital property law has been significantly changed. Where previously every marriage automatically entered into community property, a limited community property...

Arranging divorce: a step-by-step guide for a smooth divorce process
A divorce is a profound and emotional event where a lot requires arrangement. Whether it concerns the division of possessions, arranging the care for children, or filing the divorce application:...

Divorce and debts: everything you need to know
Discover how debts are divided in a divorce. Arslan Lawyers will help you with legal support and fair agreements about debts. When you decide to divorce, the presence of debts...

The 10 steps of a successful mediation process during divorce
When you and/or your spouse have decided that divorce is the best solution, the mediation process can be an effective way to come to a good and respectful settlement. Mediation...

Recognizing a child: why, when and how can you annul the recognition?
Recognizing a child can be a special event, but sometimes there is a complicated story behind it. In this article, we discuss why and when you can recognize a child...

Living tips in a divorce: what do you need to know?
When you decide to divorce, the future of your home is one of the most important matters to arrange. The home is not only a valuable asset, but also a...

Injury and Domestic Help
When you get injured in an accident, you may temporarily or even permanently be unable to perform your household tasks. These tasks could range from cleaning to grocery shopping. If...

Injury compensation for cyclists: how to claim compensation after a bicycle accident?
You have been hit while cycling and as a result have suffered personal injury such as pain, fractures or wounds. This can lead to additional costs and loss of income....

Personal injury as a passenger
Were you involved in a traffic accident as a passenger in a car or on a motorcycle and suffered personal injury? Or did you fall due to an emergency stop...

Injury after a collision as a pedestrian
Were you hit as a pedestrian and suffered injury? This could have serious consequences for your health, your daily life, and your finances. Fortunately, you are entitled to compensation. In...

Pragmatic Settlement or With Settlement Agreement
When you are involved in an accident and sustain personal injury, there are different ways your case can be handled. Two common methods are the pragmatic settlement and the settlement...

Who compensates for personal injury after an accident with a fatbike?
Fatbikes have become increasingly popular in recent years. With their rugged appearance and thick tyres, they were originally designed for rough terrain, but nowadays we see them more and more...

Personal Injury in Minors
Minors hold a special position within personal injury law, and the lawmakers have built in extra safeguards to protect them. This is due to children being more vulnerable than adults,...

Accident with a Foreign Vehicle
Have you been hit by a motor vehicle from another country within the European Union in the Netherlands or abroad? Fortunately, all vehicles within the EU are obliged to be...

Personal Injury for Independent Entrepreneurs and Freelancers
As an independent entrepreneur or freelancer, have you been involved in an accident and suffered personal injury? This immediately impacts your business operations, turnover and profits. It’s crucial that you...

What does a personal injury process look like?
Have you suffered injury due to a collision, a workplace accident or a dog bite? Then you are entitled to personal injury compensation. At Arslan & Arslan Lawyers, we offer...

Free Aid in Personal Injury
An accident, an industrial accident or a dog bite can lead to injury or physical complaints, entitling you to compensation. However, what many people do not know is that according...

Free transfer in case of dissatisfaction with your legal aid insurer
Are you not satisfied with the way your legal aid provider is handling your personal injury case? Then you can switch to Arslan & Arslan Lawyers free of charge, where...

Switching Legal Insurance Companies in Cases of Personal Injury: What are Your Options?
Did you sustain injury due to an accident, medical malpractice or any other situation that has caused damage? You might have reached out to your legal insurance provider to claim...

How to become a lawyer in the Netherlands?
Becoming a lawyer is the dream of many. But how exactly do you become a lawyer? What steps do you need to take, how do you find a mentor and...

The Security Deposit in Renting a Property: Your Rights as a Tenant
Renting a property often goes hand in hand with paying a security deposit or bond. This deposit provides the landlord with financial certainty in case of damage to the property...

Personal Injury Lawyer Amsterdam: Expert and Free Assistance from Arslan & Arslan Lawyers
Have you been involved in an accident and are you looking for an experienced personal injury lawyer in Amsterdam? At Arslan & Arslan Lawyers you are at the right place...

Your Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer in Rotterdam: Arslan & Arslan Advocaten
Have you had an accident and are you looking for an experienced personal injury lawyer in Rotterdam? Then you are at the right place at Arslan & Arslan Advocaten. Our...

Compensation for Accident at Work: What You Need to Know and How Can You Claim This?
As an employer, if an employee is unable to work due to an accident, it can have significant financial consequences. You are faced with ongoing wage costs, rehabilitation costs, and...

Legal expenses insurance refused: what can you do?
A legal expenses insurance is intended to provide legal support in case of a legal dispute. You pay a monthly or annual premium to be insured of help when you...

Everything you need to know about PII (Personal Injury Insurance) and personal injury
Everything you need to know about PII (Personal Injury Insurance) and personal injury A traffic accident can have serious consequences, especially if you are responsible for the accident. In such...

Work Accident: What Now?
In short: Employers must take all possible measures to prevent work accidents. If liable, the employer must compensate the employee’s personal injury. Traffic accidents during working hours can also...

Looking for the Best Personal Injury Lawyer in the Netherlands? Choose Onur Arslan
Are you a victim of an accident and looking for the best personal injury lawyer in the Netherlands? At Arslan & Arslan Advocaten, you are at the right address. Onur...

Division of the Marital Home in a Divorce: Everything you need to know
One of the most complex and emotionally loaded aspects of a divorce is the division of the marital home. The question of who can stay in the house, how the...

Oznur Batur: Lawyer and NIVRE-Register Expert
At Arslan & Arslan Lawyers, we are proud of our team of dedicated and experienced lawyers. One of our most valued colleagues is Oznur Batur, who has not only distinguished...

Whiplash after a Collision: Symptoms, Treatment, and Compensation
Whiplash can often occur in a traffic accident, especially a rear-end collision. This injury can have significant consequences for your health and daily life. Whiplash complaints are sometimes immediately visible,...

Personal Injury Stories Based on Article 5 Road Traffic Act
Have you been involved in a traffic accident and suffered injury as a result? Then you may be able to claim compensation. A common ground for claiming personal injury is...

Types of Accidents and Personal Injury: What to do in case of an accident?
An accident can happen at any time and can lead to material damage, but also to injury. Personal injury is damage to your body or mind caused by an accident....

Types of Accidents and Personal Injury: What to do in case of an accident?
An accident can occur at any moment and can lead to material damage, as well as injury. Personal injury refers to damages to your physical or mental state caused by...

Personal Injury From a Dog Bite: Everything You Need To Know
A dog bite can have profound consequences, both physically and mentally. As a victim of a dog bite, you are often entitled to compensation. In this article, we explain how...

Lawyers with fighting spirit
Arslan & Arslan Advocaten is an ambitious full-service law firm with offices in Amsterdam, The Hague and Rotterdam. We also have a visiting location in Eindhoven. We are perhaps best...

The 10-step plan for personal injury claims
If you have been injured by someone else, you may be entitled to compensation for personal injury. This is compensation for the damage you suffered. Personal injury compensation can be...

Transition fee
The transition payment is a major change compared to the old dismissal law. Since 1 July 2015, every employee whose employment contract is terminated after an employment of at least...

Fired immediately
Summary dismissal is a notice of termination for an urgent reason, whereby the employment contract is immediately terminated. The employer does not need permission from the UWV for this. However,...

Criminal law specialists
Yesterday Melanie Schulpen successfully completed the specialization course of the Willem Pompe Institute for Criminal Law after an intensive and instructive year. From now on she can officially call herself...

From now on also in Amsterdam!
After opening offices in The Hague, Rotterdam and a visiting location in Eindhoven, we now also have a branch in Amsterdam due to the growing demand from the Amsterdam region....

Employee rights: frequently asked questions due to the Corona crisis
As a result of the Corona virus, many employees are in an uncertain position. Many employees have questions they don’t know the answer to. The internet is full of articles...

Rights of on-call and temporary agency workers during the Corona crisis.
It has become clear that the Coronavirus is affecting all layers of society. The economy has come to a standstill and many employees are advised to work from home. Flexible...

We are hiring!
If you have completed your law degree (HBO/WO), SJD, or MER and are eager to work at an ambitious and young firm, we would love to meet you! Our firm...

Now also operational in Eindhoven!
After opening offices in The Hague and Rotterdam, we now also have a visiting location in Eindhoven due to the growing demand from the East Brabant region. Do you have...

Notice fee
An employee whose employment contract for an indefinite period has lasted at least six months must be notified by his employer at least one month in advance whether his contract...

Chain arrangement
The chain arrangement means that a series of fixed-term employment contracts is converted into an employment contract for an indefinite period. This conversion occurs in the following situations: A series...

In court, now what?
No one hopes or expects to need the legal assistance of a criminal lawyer. Unfortunately, you don’t always have control over what comes your way. Should it be necessary, the...

Guilty passenger
The innocent passenger or passenger of a motor vehicle that has been involved in a traffic accident always receives compensation for his damage. After all, he is not at fault...

Don’t be fooled
In administrative law, decisions of the government are central. Government decisions can have far- reaching consequences for you. It is very important that you take immediate action if you disagree...
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: what happens to your business premises?

When a company goes bankrupt, this has major consequences for ongoing contracts, including the lease of the business premises. But what exactly happens to the rent if the tenant goes bankrupt? And what rights and obligations do the landlord, bankruptcy trustee, and any subtenants have? The rental law lawyers at Arslan Advocates explain what the […]
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 […]
Home Exchange: What are your rights and what should you pay attention to?

Home exchanging can be a good solution if you are quickly looking for another home, without being on a long waiting list. Especially tenants in the social sector make use of home swapping. But it also happens in the private sector. However, there are legal hooks and eyes to home exchange. The rental law lawyers […]
Expats and Tenant Protection at Termination of Rental

Many expats think that their lease in the Netherlands can be terminated as soon as the landlord wants. Fortunately, this is not the case. In the Netherlands, there is indeed a strong tenant protection, also for expats. The rental rights lawyers of Arslan Lawyers explain what tenant protection entails, in which cases the landlord can […]
Expats and Mediation Agencies: Which Costs are Prohibited?

Many expats rent a home in the Netherlands through a real estate agent or mediation agency. Besides rent and deposit, they often have to pay extra costs such as “administrative costs”, “contract costs” or even “brokerage fees”. But be aware: a large part of these costs is unlawful. The rental law lawyers at Arslan Advocaten […]
Expats and co-tenancy: rights when partner or family comes along

Many expats do not only move to the Netherlands, but also bring their partner or family with them. Often, the question arises: does the partner also have tenant rights? And what happens if the rental contract is solely on the name of the expat? The rental lawyers of Arslan Advocates explain what co-tenancy means, when […]
Expats and rent check at the Rent Commission

Many expats in the Netherlands pay a high rent for their home. Often they do not know that the rent can be checked at the Rent Commission. This is an independent body that determines whether the rent is fair and reasonable. The tenancy lawyers from Arslan Advocaten explain how expats can request a rent check, […]
Expats and short stay contracts: Rent or hotel?

Many expats rent a property in the Netherlands via a short stay contract. This seems convenient, as it is flexible and tailored to a temporary stay. But legally speaking, there are major pitfalls with short stay. It is often the question: is this tenancy law or more of a hotel situation? The rental law lawyers […]