Legal Encyclopedia
Comprehensive information about your rights and obligations. - Den Haag
Minimum Holiday Allowance and Relationship with End-of-Year Payment
Minimum holiday allowance is independent of end-of-year payment and always mandatory. Amounts to 8% of wages, with strict compliance rules. Supreme Court rules on set-off; employees can file claims with the cantonal court. (31 words)
Minimum Wage and Impact on Sickness Benefits and Unemployment Benefits
Minimum wage including end-of-year payment affects ZW and WW amounts. UWV corrects for underpayment; new calculation model from 2024. Check decisions and file objections. (24 words)
Enforcement and Sanctions for Non-Compliance with Minimum Wage Rules
The Inspectorate SZW imposes high fines for minimum wage violations, up to €12,000 per employee. Anonymous reporting and criminal prosecution possible. Internal audits essential for compliance. (27 words)
Taxation of Year-End Payment at Minimum Wage
The year-end payment at minimum wage is taxable under wage tax. Employers settle this using progressive brackets, with strict checks by SZW and the Tax Authorities. Case law emphasises correct administration to avoid fines. (42 words)
International Recognition of Adoption Revocation: Hague Conference
Recognition of adoption revocation internationally via Hague Convention and exequatur. Central Authorities coordinate; review of child's best interests and public policy essential.
Exceptions to End-of-Year Bonus for Sectoral Collective Agreements
Sectoral collective agreements may exclude end-of-year bonus from minimum wage norm, provided statutory minimum wage is maintained. SZW inspects strictly; recent case law suspends clauses. Reporting obligation mandatory from 2024. (28 words)
Objection Procedure after Dissolution Order: What Next?
Learn the steps for objecting to a dissolution order: deadlines, grounds, costs, and alternatives such as revision for a better chance of success.
Summary Dismissal: Urgent Cause and Immediate Consequences
Summary dismissal (art. 7:677 DCC) for urgent cause such as theft. Procedure, risks and defence options for employers and employees without notice period.
CSG and DUO-Loans: Financial Assistance for Students in Addition to Family Contributions
CSG and DUO-loans in addition to maintenance obligation: how do they affect parental contributions for students?
Environmental Damage Claims under Article 7 Rome II Regulation
In cases of environmental damage, the victim chooses the law under Article 7 Rome II. Flexible for cross-border pollution and injury.
Equal Pay Principles and Minimum Wage for Equal Work
WgB requires equal end-of-year payment at minimum wage for equal work. Logbook and scans mandatory; high sanctions for discrimination. Benchmark essential for compliance. (23 words)
Expert Reports in Causal Assessment of Injury
Expert reports (art. 200 Rv) determine causal allocation. Medical, vocational and psychological experts assess damage; procedure and tips for effective use.