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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.
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For general information, see Government of the Netherlands information on rented housing. Expats who rent a home in the Netherlands
Many students and young people rent a room in a student house or through a private landlord. When signing the
The deposit (security deposit) is intended as security for the landlord. A frequently asked question is whether the landlord may
For general information, see Government of the Netherlands information on rented housing. When renting a property, you often pay a
A NIVRE-registered personal injury expert is an independently certified specialist who assesses your damage and represents your interests against the
A letter from a collection agency or bailiff can be quite a shock. You are often ordered to pay within
Many individuals who are faced with a legal issue often wonder, “Which judge will handle my case?” The Dutch legal
In a lawsuit, everything revolves around evidence. The judge does not only decide on the basis of stories, but mainly
Leading a lawsuit is unfamiliar territory for many individuals. You receive a summons or petition and suddenly find yourself facing
Many private individuals who receive a summons or petition wonder: “Can I do this myself or do I always need
Sometimes you cannot wait for a regular lawsuit that can take months. Think of an impending eviction, an urgent labor
Do you disagree with a court judgment? Then in many cases you can file an appeal with the Court of
A default judgment can have major implications. It means that the judge has made a decision because you did not
Receiving a summons from the bailiff can be quite a shock. Many people do not know what this document means
Contents What is ontslag op staande voet? When can the employer do this? First aid: what you should do immediately
A good collaboration is essential in the workplace. Sometimes the relationship between employee and colleagues or supervisor is so poor
A reorganization can have major consequences for employees. Sometimes functions disappear, departments merge, or a relocation takes place. Dismissal can
Employers often regard fraud or theft as one of the most serious workplace violations. In such cases, it usually results
A probationary period gives both the employer and the employee the opportunity to see whether the working relationship is a
More and more often, termination is arranged through a settlement agreement (VSO). This is a written agreement in which the
Pregnancy or parental leave is a special and protected period. The legislator wants to prevent employees from unfairly losing their
When you become ill, your employer cannot dismiss you for the first two years. During this period, the employer must
A good working relationship between employer and employee is essential. However, sometimes the relationship deteriorates so badly that there is
The notice period is one of the most important parts of employment law. It determines how long the period is