Sickness Benefits Act: voluntary resignation in The Hague
**Voluntary resignation during the Sickness Benefits Act** in The Hague means that, while you are ill and receiving a Sickness Benefits payment, you terminate your employment contract yourself. Reasons can range from conflicts with your employer to personal choices. In the The Hague region, where the UWV and the District Court of The Hague (Prins Clauslaan 60) play a role, it is crucial to understand how this affects your benefit. This article discusses the rules, local authorities, and steps to safeguard your rights.
What does voluntary resignation during the Sickness Benefits Act entail?
Voluntary resignation, or **termination by the employee**, takes place while you are ill and possibly already receiving a Sickness Benefits payment via the UWV in The Hague. The **Sickness Benefits Act (ZW)** compensates 70% of your salary (with maximum) if you cannot work due to illness, provided you meet conditions such as recent working weeks.
Legal frameworks
Relevant laws for voluntary resignation under the Sickness Benefits Act:
- Sickness Benefits Act (ZW): Article 10 determines entitlement to benefit; UWV The Hague approves this.
- Civil Code Book 7: Articles 7:667-7:675 regulate termination by the employee.
- WIA: Relevant for long-term illness, assessed by UWV.
- Implementation Decree Sickness Benefits Act: Specific conditions for benefits.
Entitlement to Sickness Benefits after voluntary resignation?
After termination, you may retain Sickness Benefits entitlement if your illness is independent of the resignation. The UWV The Hague examines this strictly. Report changes promptly to UWV (Laan van Wateringsveld 779, The Hague).
Key conditions
| Condition | Explanation (The Hague context) |
|---|---|
| You are ill | Medical certificate via occupational physician or GP; UWV The Hague assesses. |
| Sufficient working hours | At least 26 weeks in the previous 12 months (or 52 for >65 years). |
| Illness independent | Resignation must not cause illness; UWV checks causality. |
| Timely reporting | Report immediately to employer and UWV The Hague to continue benefit. |
Practical examples
Example 1: Personal reasons
Jan from The Hague is ill, receives Sickness Benefits, and resigns due to relocation. Illness existed before resignation: UWV approves benefit after review.
Example 2: Conflict resignation
Lisa reports sick due to stress, resigns later. UWV The Hague rules illness caused by conflict: no benefit.
What now in The Hague? Step-by-step plan
- Consult occupational physician for illness certificate.
- Resign in writing to employer (observe notice period).
- Report immediately to UWV The Hague (online or Laan van Wateringsveld 779).
- Seek free advice from Juridisch Loket The Hague, Lutherse Burgwal 10 (070-361 22 99).
- In case of objection: procedure at District Court of The Hague, Prins Clauslaan 60.
Consequences and tips
Voluntary resignation ends salary continuation, but Sickness Benefits may follow. Watch for sanctions for incorrect reporting. For personal assistance: visit Juridisch Loket The Hague or UWV.
Last updated: 2023. Always consult UWV for current information.