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Hospital must pay damages due to GDPR breach
Privacy
October 31, 2022
A GDPR breach can cost you more than a fine from the Dutch Data Protection Authority. In addition, data subjects can claim compensation themselves (Article 82 GDPR), including for non-material damage. A hospital that the...
Paying, getting paid, and the rules in the Netherlands
Blog
October 27, 2022
Customers can pay in various ways: cash, debit card, bank transfer, or even cryptocurrency if both parties wish. Payment rules apply. For instance, the euro is legal tender, but may...
Due date on an invoice: rules to keep in mind
Financial
October 25, 2022
An invoice usually states a due date: the final payment date. If this is missing, a statutory payment term applies. Please note: between businesses, the payment term may not simply be too long, and...
Tenth anniversary of Article 9a of the Waadi
Financial
October 24, 2022
The prohibition on hindering employment (Article 9a Waadi) stipulates that a worker made available — such as a temporary agency worker or seconded worker — may not be prevented from... at the hirer after the completion of the assignment.
Tenants and landlords waive rent indexation
Financial
October 20, 2022
Due to rising inflation, rental prices are increasing significantly through annual rent indexation. The landlord may index the rent if the rental agreement permits it, but is not obliged to do so: he...
This is why parking garages cannot function without parking regulations
Legal Affairs
October 18, 2022
A parking garage cannot function without proper parking regulations. With these, the operator establishes the rules of use and — crucially — liability. Without regulations, you may be held liable for damages or...
What is the share premium and what is stated in a share premium contract?
Financial
October 17, 2022
Share premium is the amount that a shareholder pays in addition to the nominal value upon the issuance of shares. This premium payment is deposited into the share premium reserve (equity) and is a way to... capital.
4 tips to prevent employees from stealing
Employment Matters
13 October 2022
Theft by your own staff occurs more often than you think — often in a petty form, such as taking office supplies. You limit the risk with four things: clear rules, good...
Cosmetics chain discriminates with makeup guidelines for women
Entrepreneurship
October 11, 2022
As an employer, you may set dress and appearance regulations, and sometimes make a distinction between men and women. However, this must be objectively justified. A make-up requirement for women only can be prohibited...
Intent does not easily break the obligation to continue paying wages
Employment Matters
10 October 2022
A sick employee is entitled to wages (Article 7:629 of the Dutch Civil Code). That right lapses only if he has intentionally caused the illness — but a great deal is required for that. The intent must...