Employment law
It is advisable to seek advice at an early stage. This can prevent many problems and (long-term) procedures. We are happy to guide you from the first plans to implementation. Of course, we are always available for our clients to answer short questions directly and free of charge. We also provide input when assessing an employment contract or registering an important performance review.
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Drafting individual employment contracts
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Building a case file for employee (under)performance
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(Long-term) occupational disability
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Drafting and (unilaterally) amending employment conditions
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Flexible employment relationships
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Challenging a dismissal for immediate cause
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Claims for unpaid wages
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Personal Injury Articles
Signing a settlement agreement: sign or not? This is what you need to know first
Have you received from your employer a settlement agreement (VSO) and are you wondering whether you should sign it? For many employees, this is a
Summary dismissal: what now? This is what you must do immediately
Are you summarily dismissed? Then the shock is often great. You suddenly find yourself without work and income, while the consequences are immediately far-reaching. Many
Do temporary workers have the same rights as permanent employees?
As an employer, it can be attractive to temporarily hire additional staff through a temp agency. It offers flexibility and relieves you of administrative tasks,
Temporary Agency Clause When a Temporary Agency Worker Reports Sick: What Does the Supreme Court of the Netherlands Say?
The use of the temporary agency clause in the employment contract of a temporary agency worker remains a much-discussed topic within employment law. But what
What is a transition payment?
The transition payment is a financial compensation to which employees are entitled upon dismissal. The purpose of this compensation is to support employees during the
Transition compensation 2026: everything you need to know in the event of dismissal
The transition compensation 2026 is for many employees the most important financial safety net in the event of dismissal. Yet it is often unclear when
Dismissal for poor performance: rules, improvement plan and your rights
An employer may try to dismiss an employee for underperformance. This means that the employee is not properly performing their role. Dismissal for that reason
Presumption of employment scope: clarity for on-call workers and employees with a 0-hour contract
Many on-call workers, especially in the hospitality industry, work structurally more hours than stated in their employment contract. This can lead to discussion: how many
Dismissal during illness: rules, exceptions, and your rights
Everyone can get sick. Fortunately, the law offers employees in such a situation strong protection. In most cases, an employer may not dismiss you during
Dismissal for economic reasons through UWV: rules and your rights
An employer cannot just fire you. For economic reasons (such as declining sales, cost savings or relocation), the employer must apply for a dismissal permit
Signing a settlement agreement: what should you pay attention to?
Signing a settlement agreement (VSO) is a big decision. As soon as you sign, your employment contract is terminated and the terms set down in
Temporary agency workers and staffing agencies: rules, phase system and responsibilities
Temporary agency work revolves around a triangular relationship between agency worker, employment agency (lender) and client (hirer). The phase system (A–C) determines which rights and
Settlement agreement and non-compete clause: how do you handle it?
A settlement agreement (VSO) often concerns more than just the severance payment and end date. Provisions such as the non-compete clause or non-solicitation clause play
Dismissal due to company closure or bankruptcy: what are your rights?
An employer may decide to terminate the business or be faced with bankruptcy. In both cases, dismissal for employees may be unavoidable. Still, this does
Settlement agreement and transition compensation: how do you calculate your entitlement?
When you receive a settlement agreement (VSO), the severance payment plays a crucial role. Often it includes the transition payment listed: the statutory compensation to
Settlement agreement and transition allowance for temporary contracts
Many employees with a temporary contract think that they are not entitled to severance pay when their contract ends prematurely. Yet even in that case
Non-compete and non-solicitation clause: when is it truly valid?
Non-compete and non-solicitation clause: when is it really valid? A non-compete clause or non-solicitation clause can have major consequences for both employers and employees. Employers
Temporary contract not renewed: are you entitled to compensation?
Many young people work with a temporary contract. At the end of the contract they are told: “We’re not renewing it.”It’s often thought that this
Assignment and secondment of expats in the Netherlands: what you need to know
Many expats do not enter into employment directly with a Dutch company, but work here via posting or secondment. That means that they formally remain
Summary dismissal: rules, examples and your rights
A summary dismissal is the most drastic way an employer can terminate an employment relationship. The dismissal is with immediate effect and without a notice
Settlement agreement and illness: is that allowed and what are the risks?
A common question is whether an employer during illness a settlement agreement (VSO) may offer. The answer is: yes, that is allowed, but it does
Transition compensation for temporary contracts: these are your rights
Many employees in the Netherlands work on the basis of a temporary contract. When such an employment contract is not extended, this can have far-reaching
Temporary employment contract: rights and obligations for employer and employee
In the Netherlands, many employees work under a temporary employment contract, also known as a fixed-term contract. This type of contract can be useful for
Legal presumption of work volume: how to claim fixed hours for structural overtime
Do you work as a call worker (e.g. in the hospitality industry) structurally more hours than stated in your contract? Then you can rely on