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In this knowledge base our lawyers explain how Dutch law works in practice: when you are entitled to compensation, which time limits apply, and what an insurer, employer or landlord may and may not ask of you. Each article answers one concrete question and names the statutory provisions it rests on, so you can check the basis for yourself.
Use the filters to read by area of law: personal injury, employment law, tenancy law, insurance law, business law, family law, criminal law and administrative law. If your own situation is not covered, or you want to know what an article means for your case, contact us for an initial assessment.
Medical errors in childbirth: the rights of mother and child
Giving birth is a far-reaching event — both physically and emotionally.Doctors and midwives have a duty to act with the utmost care during pregnancy, childbirth
Expert examination in medical liability cases: how does it work and what can you expect?
Where you suspect that something went wrong during medical treatment, an expert examination can help to obtain clarity. An expert examination in medical liability cases
A formal warning from your employer: how do you respond?
Received a formal warning? You do not have to sign by way of agreement. Respond in writing and substantiate which facts are incorrect. Nederlands: Lees
Wrong diagnosis: when is it a medical error?
A diagnosis that turns out afterwards to be incorrect is not automatically a medical error. The assessment looks at what the doctor at the moment
Workplace accident as an agency worker: who is liable?
With a workplace accident as an agency worker you can hold both the employment agency and the hirer liable. As the employer, the employment agency
Limitation in medical liability cases: how long can you still bring a claim?
One stubborn misconception circulates about limitation with medical errors: that an absolute limit of twenty years always applies and that after that your right has
Wage stop or wage suspension during illness: what can you do?
Pay stopped or suspended during illness? A wage stop and a wage suspension are not the same: with a suspension you still receive the pay
Holiday days during illness: what are your rights?
During illness you in principle build up statutory holiday for as long as you are entitled to pay. You can also take holiday during illness.
Repaying study costs on dismissal: do you have to?
You do not automatically have to repay study costs because you are leaving. First it has to be established whether the employer had to offer
Final settlement of pay on dismissal: what to watch out for
Final settlement not received or not complete? For the transition payment a time limit of three months applies after the day on which the employment
Why does a personal injury case take a long time and what can you do?
A personal injury case often takes a long time because liability, medical recovery, causal link and future damages are not yet established. You can limit delays with file planning, periodic damage overviews, targeted medical questions, timely advances and written decision deadlines. What is a long-running personal injury case? A long-running case is a file in which recovery, evidence or negotiations do not yet allow a responsible final settlement. A […]
What can you do if the insurer rejects liability?
When an insurer rejects liability, it can have major consequences for the settlement of personal injury. Always ask for a full written justification. This clarifies which factual or legal point is being disputed. Gather targeted additional evidence and monitor relevant deadlines. What does a rejection entail? A rejection means that the addressed party or insurer […]
Psychological injury after an accident: what about your compensation?
Post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and other psychological complaints can deeply impact daily life, work, and social relationships. When these complaints are the result of an accident for which another party is liable, they can be a form of personal injury. A visible physical abnormality is not required for this. What is psychological personal injury? Psychological personal injury concerns mental […]
What compensation do you get for study delay due to injury?
When an accident, medical incident, or crime leads to a study delay, it can have direct consequences for the future of a pupil or student. In addition to the personal impact, material damage arises because entry into the labor market is postponed. For delays of up to one year, the Study Delay Guideline 2026 offers a framework with net standard amounts. What […]
What compensation do you receive for loss of ability to perform household tasks?
When you sustain injuries in an accident, you may become limited in tasks around your home. Are you less able to do DIY, paint or garden because of your injury? Then you may be eligible for compensation for loss of self-reliance in household tasks. What is loss of self-reliance in household tasks? Self-reliance is the ability to carry out repairs yourself in the private sphere, […]
How can an entrepreneur or self-employed person claim loss of income after an injury?
An entrepreneur or self-employed person may, after an injury, miss the profit that would likely have been achieved without the accident. Loss of turnover is only an indicator: saved costs, replacement costs, seasonality, growth and residual capacity all count. A persuasive claim links medical limitations to business data and a realistic scenario without the accident. What does loss of income for business owners entail? Business-owner loss […]
How is loss of income calculated after an accident?
Loss of income after an accident is calculated by comparing your actual financial situation with the probable situation without an accident. The difference between these two scenarios is legally referred to as loss of earning capacity. This complex calculation considers not only current wages but also allowances, career opportunities, pension accrual, social benefits, and remaining earning potential. […]
What are your rights as a pedestrian after a collision?
A pedestrian who is struck by a car, motorcycle or other motor vehicle occupies a strongly protected legal position. Under Article 185 of the Wegenverkeerswet (WVW; Dutch Road Traffic Act), the vulnerability of non-motorized road users is recognized. For pedestrians aged fourteen and over, this generally means that in cases of contributory fault at least 50% of the personal-injury damages is compensated, […]
Cyclist collision rights: personal injury after a collision with a car
If you are injured as a cyclist, pedestrian or moped rider in a collision with a motor vehicle, the vehicle's owner or holder is in
When does a child hit by a car receive 100% compensation?
When a child under the age of fourteen sustains an injury as a cyclist or pedestrian in a collision with a motor vehicle, special protection applies. In principle, the child’s damage is fully compensated. This protection can also apply if the child themselves made a traffic error. The legal basis lies in Article 185 of the Road Traffic Act 1994 (Wegenverkeerswet 1994) […]
Difference between IVA and WGA: which WIA benefit do you receive?
Are you facing long-term incapacity for work and wondering if you are entitled to an IVA or WGA benefit? The difference between these WIA benefits not only affects your financial security but also your chances of reintegration. In this article, you will discover which benefit suits your situation an
Applying for Unemployment Benefits: Conditions, Duration and Amount in 2026
Have you lost your job and are wondering if you are entitled to unemployment benefits in 2026? Applying for a WW benefit involves specific conditions, a fixed duration, and a calculation of the amount that are important for you to understand. In this article, you will learn exactly what to watch out
WW Benefit Refused by UWV: What Can You Do?
Your WW benefit has been denied by the UWV and you are unsure about your rights or the steps you can take? This can be a difficult and uncertain situation, but you are not alone. In this article, we explain how you can file an objection and what options are available to still receive your benefit.
Sickness Benefit Rejected or Terminated: Your Rights and Appeal Options
Your sickness benefit has been denied or discontinued, while you are still unable to work. What are your rights and how can you file an objection? In this article, we clearly explain the steps you can take to secure your benefit.
Are you, in a reorganization a settlement agreement (VSO) offered? Then there is often more room for negotiation than you
To claim personal injury compensation you must establish liability, damage and a causal link (Article 6:162 of the Dutch Civil
E-scooters and electric mopeds are popular in the Netherlands, especially in busy cities. Unfortunately the number of accidents is rising
If you are injured at work, your employer is in principle liable under Article 7:658 of the Dutch Civil Code.
The Huurcommissie handles certain disputes between tenants and landlords of residential property, mainly about rent level, rent increases, maintenance defects
To claim personal injury compensation you must establish liability, damage and a causal link (Article 6:162 of the Dutch Civil
Understanding the Concept of Damage Claims In the Netherlands, damage claims (known as schadeclaims) are an essential aspect of civil
After a traffic accident, workplace accident, or another accident, a lot comes your way. Besides medical care and emotions, you
To claim personal injury compensation you must establish liability, damage and a causal link (Article 6:162 of the Dutch Civil
Have you been the victim of an accident? Then a lot often comes your way: medical issues, emotions, financial worries,
To claim personal injury compensation you must establish liability, damage and a causal link (Article 6:162 of the Dutch Civil
An accident never comes at a convenient time. But for the self-employed and entrepreneurs, an accident can hit especially hard.
An accident at work often happens unexpectedly. You just go to work and suddenly you sustain an injury. That can
After an accident or injury, the first question is often: “How much compensation can I get?”. The answer is not
For general information, see Government of the Netherlands information on rented housing. A leaking roof, persistent mold or a broken
Many entrepreneurs who rent a shop, office, or hospitality business sooner or later have to deal with the landlord’s renovation
When a company goes bankrupt, this has major consequences for ongoing contracts, including the lease agreement for the business premises.
Many entrepreneurs rent business premises for their shop, restaurant or office. But what happens if you temporarily cannot pay the
For general information, see Government of the Netherlands information on rented housing. Many entrepreneurs who rent a business premises wonder
For general information, see Government of the Netherlands information on rented housing. As an entrepreneur, you can rent commercial premises
In the Netherlands, a letting agent generally cannot charge a private tenant a brokerage fee for a property when the
If you are married to or the registered partner of the tenant, you are a co-tenant by operation of law
For general information, see Government of the Netherlands information on rented housing. Many expats in the Netherlands pay a high
Many expats rent a property in the Netherlands via a short stay contract. This seems convenient, as it is flexible