
Dismissal protection in the Netherlands: your complete guide
In the Netherlands, employers cannot simply dismiss employees. As an employee, you are entitled to dismissal protection. This means that your employer may terminate the

In the Netherlands, employers cannot simply dismiss employees. As an employee, you are entitled to dismissal protection. This means that your employer may terminate the

An employer can dismiss employees if the company runs into financial difficulties or if there is a reorganization. This is called dismissal on business economic

A suspension or inactive status has great consequences for both the employee and employer. Often the question arises: do you retain your right to wages

Temporary agency workers often work in sectors where physical risks exist, such as construction, logistics, and industry. If something goes wrong there and a temporary

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 you ill and receiving a Sickness Benefits Act (ZW) benefit from the UWV? Then a decision by the UWV can have major consequences. You

As a temporary agency worker, just like regular employees, you may be eligible for a transition payment. This is a form of severance pay that

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

Hiring temporary agency workers is a common practice in the Netherlands. But what happens when an agency worker moves to a new employer, or when

Many employment contracts contain a non-compete clause or a non-solicitation clause. These provisions limit your ability to work for a new employer or maintain contacts