Dismissal Permit UWV vs District Court Dissolution: Differences

Employers choose between UWV permit for dismissal or dissolution by the district court. The choice depends on the ground and speed.

UWV Procedure

For a- and b-grounds (economic/illness). UWV assesses neutrally, no compensation. Duration: 4-8 weeks. After permit: draft dismissal letter yourself.

District Court

For c/d/e/f-grounds. Judge assesses, often awards transition payment. Duration: 6-12 weeks, with hearing. Employee can defend.

Pros and Cons

UWV: faster, but no tailor-made solution. District Court: more flexible, but more expensive and riskier (dissolution refused). Hybrid: UWV after refusal of dissolution.

Strategy

In case of underperformance: first improvement trajectory, then district court. Document everything. Both lead to dismissal date from the ruling. Choose based on advice from employment lawyer. (197 words)