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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 […]

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Personal injury

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 […]

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Personal injury

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 […]

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Personal injury

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 […]

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Personal injury

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, […]

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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 […]

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Personal injury

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. […]

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Personal injury

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, […]

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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) […]

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Administrative law

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

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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.

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Administrative law

Disputing Disability Percentage at the UWV

Do you find that the disability percentage determined by the UWV does not accurately reflect your situation? Challenging this assessment can be complex, but by taking the right steps, you increase your chances of obtaining a more accurate evaluation. In this article, you will learn how to approach t

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Administrative law

Wajong Benefit: Conditions, Application, and Objections

Do you have a long-term disability and wonder if you qualify for a Wajong benefit? Applying for or appealing a decision by the UWV can be complex. We clearly explain the conditions you must meet and how to carefully approach your application or appeal.

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Administrative law

WIA Assessment by the UWV: How Does It Work and What Are Your Rights?

Are you soon to be called for a WIA assessment and wondering what to expect and what rights you have? The UWV evaluates your incapacity for work, with significant consequences for your income. In this article, we explain exactly how the assessment works and how you can protect your interests.

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UWV Wage Sanction: Employer Must Continue Paying Wages Longer

Do you have an employee who is sick for longer than expected and wonder how long you must continue paying their salary? The wage sanction imposed by the UWV can extend your financial obligations. In this article, you will discover what this exactly means and how you, as an employer, can handle it wi

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Filing an Objection Against a UWV Decision: Deadlines and Procedure

Have you received a decision from the UWV with which you disagree? It is important to file an objection promptly within the statutory deadlines. In this article, you will find a clear explanation of how to navigate the objection procedure and which steps you need to take to protect your interests.

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Requesting a WIA Reassessment: When and How?

You may be wondering whether you qualify for a reassessment of your WIA benefit because your health has changed or you are able to work partially again. The process can be complex and requires proper preparation. We explain when you can request a reassessment and how to approach this effectively.

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Employer Re-integration Obligations: What if It Goes Wrong?

As an employer, you have failed to meet your reintegration obligations and now face a fine from the UWV. How can you prevent this from resulting in high costs and legal complications? In this article, we discuss practical solutions and your rights when the reintegration process hits a snag.

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Requesting an UWV Expert Opinion: When and Why?

Are you unsure whether the UWV has correctly assessed your disability or do you want to file an objection against a decision? An expert opinion may then provide a solution. Discover when you can request this and which steps you need to follow.

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Personal injury

Medical authorization for personal injury: specific authorization or medical power of attorney?

The issue of medical authorization for personal injury often raises questions. Can an insurer just request medical information? What exactly are you signing? And what is the difference between a specific medical authorization and a medical power of attorney? According to The Personal Injury Council, a healthcare provider may only provide medical information with written permission. Which permission is appropriate depends on your […]

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Household assistance guideline for personal injury: when are you entitled to compensation?

The household help personal injury guideline plays a larger role in many personal injury cases than victims often think. After

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Final discharge in personal injury: why you should never sign too quickly

An offer of final discharge in a personal injury case may seem attractive because an insurer proposes a sum and

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Article 6 WVW (Wegenverkeerswet 1994—Dutch Road Traffic Act 1994) personal injury damages: when is there gross negligence?

Article 6 WVW (Wegenverkeerswet 1994 – Dutch Road Traffic Act 1994) personal injury damages play a central role in serious

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De Letselschade Raad (The Personal Injury Council): what does this mean for your personal injury case?

De Letselschade Raad (The Personal Injury Council) plays a central role within the Dutch personal injury practice. Victims, insurers, and

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Kelderluik ruling personal injury: when does liability arise?

The Kelderluik judgment personal injury forms one of the most important foundations of Dutch liability law. In countless personal injury

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Fraud investigation in personal injury claims: where others stop, we continue

A fraudeonderzoek letselschade is the turning point in many victims’ cases. Liability had been accepted, and then the insurer suddenly

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Medical causality in personal injury cases: we keep going where others stop

In many personal injury cases, everything ultimately revolves around one question: are your symptoms the result of the accident? This

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Head-on collision: who is liable and what personal injury damages can you claim?

A head-on collision is one of the most severe traffic accidents that can occur. Two vehicles collide head-on at high

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Which insurance policies pay out for personal injury?

After an accident involving injury, uncertainty often arises immediately. Who pays for the damage? Does the other party have to

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Innocent third-party rule (schuldloze derde regeling): what does this mean for your compensation?

Are you involved in a traffic accident while you did nothing wrong? Then you may be regarded as an innocent

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Compensation for medical errors: when are you entitled?

A medical treatment is intended to resolve or reduce complaints. Still, things sometimes go wrong. A wrong diagnosis, an error

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Code of Conduct for the Handling of Personal Injury Claims (GBL): what are your rights as an injured party?

Anyone who sustains personal injury almost always comes into contact with an insurer. That can be an intensive and lengthy

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Accident involving a scooter: who is liable and what personal injury compensation can you claim?

A scooter accident can have serious consequences. Scooter riders are vulnerable in traffic and often sustain serious injuries in a

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Personal injury from a dog bite: who is liable and what can you claim?

A dog bite can have physical and psychological consequences. Whether compensation can be claimed depends, among other things, on the

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Predisposition and pre-existing conditions in personal injury: what does this mean for your compensation?

In personal injury cases, it often revolves around one central question: what damage is the result of the accident? In

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SVI coverage for personal injury: when are you entitled to compensation?

After a traffic accident, the question immediately arises as to who will compensate your personal injury. In many cases, the

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Holding an employer liable for psychological injury: when is that possible?

An increasing number of employees experience psychological injury caused by work. Think of burnout, severe stress-related symptoms, anxiety disorders or

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Bedrijfsregeling 7 (blameless third party): what does this mean for your compensation?

Are you involved in a traffic accident as a passenger or occupant, while you yourself have done nothing wrong? Then

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Proportional liability: what does this mean for your compensation?

Proportional liability plays an important role in liability law, especially when there is uncertainty about the cause of the damage.

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Pedestrian hit by car: what are your rights and what should you do?

If you are hit by a car as a pedestrian, your life is often turned upside down. The accident usually

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Rear-end collision personal injury: who is liable and what are you entitled to?

Rear-end collision personal injury is often underestimated. A collision sometimes seems like a small tap, but the consequences can be