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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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Many employment contracts contain a probationary period. This is a period in which both the employer and the employee can
An employment conflict can have major consequences for both employee and employer. Tensions in the workplace, disagreements about performance or
An employment contract is the basis of the employment relationship between employer and employee. Yet there are many different types
A settlement agreement (SA) regulates the termination of your employment by mutual agreement. One of the most important components in
A settlement agreement (VSO) is not only about the end of your employment, but can also affect your pension accrual.
An employer who believes an employee is underperforming (not functioning properly), may aim to terminate the employment contract. This is
For expats who work in the Netherlands, a settlement agreement (VSO) can be extra complicated. In addition to the usual
A settlement agreement (VSO) is often used to terminate employment contracts. But for a director or statutory director, different rules
If your employer wants to terminate your employment, this can be done in several ways. Often, a settlement agreement (VSO)
When an employer and employee decide to terminate the employment, this can be done through dismissal with mutual consent. This
When you receive a settlement agreement (VSO), the pressure to sign quickly can be high. Employers often make it seem
A settlement agreement (VSO) is a proposal from your employer to terminate the employment relationship by mutual agreement. But what
Do you have a settlement agreement (VSO) received from your employer, but are you not satisfied with the terms? Know
Working and living as an expat in the Netherlands brings many opportunities, but also legal questions. From renting or buying
As an expat in the Netherlands, the employment contract is the basis of your residence and income. However, the rules
For general information, see Government of the Netherlands information on rented housing. More and more expats prefer to buy a
For foreign employees who come to work in the Netherlands, the costs can add up. Think of relocation, double housing
A dismissal permit through the UWV is required in the following situations: Business economic dismissalFor example, in the case of
Is your temporary contract not being renewed? Then you are probably entitled to a severance pay. This compensation is intended
After an accident, pain may initially seem temporary. However, some victims develop a chronic pain syndrome: long-lasting or even permanent
A hernia caused by an accident can qualify for compensation if you can link the injury to the event and
An accident can have not only physical but also serious neurological consequences. When you sustain brain injury due to an