Articles on Labor Matters
Practical legal information for entrepreneurs. Read what to look out for, which steps are sensible, and when legal advice is necessary.
Dismissal for violation of sick leave regulations: difficult but not impossible
Employment Matters
January 30, 2019
In principle, it is not possible to dismiss an employee for violating sickness absence regulations. After all, the law provides for a wage sanction in the event of a violation (Article 7:629 of the Dutch Civil Code), not dismissal. Nevertheless, dismissal is...
Company bikes will become more attractive in 2020
Employment Matters
January 2, 2019
A company bicycle is arranged simply from a tax perspective: if you, as an employer, make a bicycle available, a fixed addition of 7% of the recommended retail price (including VAT) applies per...
Too many agreements still do not contain a confidentiality clause
Employment Matters
31 December 2018
Yes, a confidentiality clause is advisable in virtually every employment and collaboration agreement. Even without a clause, an employee may not disclose confidential information, but with a written confidentiality clause...