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Hearing and Improvement Opportunity Prior to Dismissal: Employee Rights

The hearing and improvement obligation (art. 7:672(2) BW) gives employees an opportunity to defend themselves before dismissal. Learn obligations, exceptions and consequences of non-compliance for valid procedures.

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Authority and Obligation to Enforce in Administrative Law

Administrative bodies are authorised but not obliged to enforce (art. 5:1 Awb), unless mandatory law applies. Motivation is essential; the offender can enforce this through the court in case of negligence.

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Startershuur: Legal Pitfalls for Young Tenants

Startershuur provides young people with faster access to mid-range rental housing, but it comes with risks such as limited protection and automatic termination after two years.

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Collective Dismissal and Protected Groups: Extra Rules for Employers

In collective dismissal, extra protection for vulnerable groups via the reflection principle and UWV review. Works council and WMR play a crucial role.

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Digital Objection Procedures under the Awb

Digital objections and hearings are permitted under Awb (art. 3:14a). Mandatory DigiD and option for physical, with focus on equality and right to be heard.

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Enforcement in Environmental Law Violations

Environmental Act enforcement focuses on norm violations with risk-based policy. Proportionality and legal review central to illegal activities.

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Notice Period and Probation Period: Differences with Transitional Compensation

Probation period suspends notice period, unlike transitional compensation after probation period. Discover differences and risks with invalid probation period.

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Wage Claim after Unlawful Dismissal: Up to What Amounts?

Claim wages up to 4 weeks after null dismissal, often more via damages. Amounts up to €80,000/year; courts award 6-12 months.

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European Influence on Dutch Dismissal Protection: What is Changing?

EU judgments strengthen dismissal protection: stricter test on discrimination, higher sanctions and transparency obligation for employers.

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Deposit for Room Rental and Student Housing

Special deposit rules for rooms and students? Learn maxima, deadlines and support agencies. (12 words)

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Temporary Rental Contracts and Automatic Extension

Temporary rental: duration, termination and risks of automatic extension. Differences with fixed contracts. (13 words)

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Practical Examples of Transitional Compensation Calculation in 2025

Step-by-step examples of how to calculate your transitional compensation in 2025, including formulas, maxima and practical calculation tips.

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