Articles about Entrepreneurship
Practical legal information for entrepreneurs. Read what to look out for, which steps are sensible, and when legal advice is necessary.
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...
Starting as a hospitality entrepreneur: these legal matters you need to arrange
Entrepreneurship
September 1, 2022
If you start a hospitality business, in addition to entrepreneurship, there is a great deal of legal paperwork involved: permits, food safety, staff, rent, and sound general terms and conditions. Where there is hospitality, there are also rules. A...
The transitional period under the Franchise Act is almost over: time for action!
Entrepreneurship
August 29, 2022
Since 2021, the Franchise Act has imposed requirements on franchise agreements, including existing contracts. The transitional period for elements such as the goodwill arrangement, the right of consent, and the non-compete clause has expired. Does your...
You can perfectly well dissolve a foundation yourself
Entrepreneurship
August 23, 2022
In many cases, you can arrange the dissolution of a foundation yourself. The board adopts a dissolution resolution in accordance with the articles of association, after which the assets are settled (liquidation). If the foundation no longer has any assets,...
Webshops and pay later: absolutely mandatory?
Entrepreneurship
August 18, 2022
A webshop may request prepayment, but may not require a consumer to pay the full purchase price in advance. Pursuant to Article 7:26 paragraph 2 of the Dutch Civil Code, a consumer cannot be...
Hosting service providers: comply with the new TOI regulation
Entrepreneurship
August 1, 2022
If you offer hosting services, you must comply with the Online Terrorist Content Regulation. One of the core obligations: terrorist content reported to you via a removal order must be...
Gyms cannot do without good terms and conditions
Entrepreneurship
June 13, 2022
A gym cannot function without good general terms and conditions. They govern the membership, the duration and cancellation, payment, and liability for injuries. But beware: mandatory... apply to consumers.
Sale of Hajj trips begins: strict rules for package tours
Entrepreneurship
June 6, 2022
If you sell package holidays — such as pilgrimage or Hajj trips — strict rules apply. A package holiday combines at least two travel services (such as transport and accommodation) and falls under the legal protection for...
The end of a marriage does not have to be the end of the matter
Entrepreneurship
May 23, 2022
A divorce does not have to be the end of your business, but your company often plays a role in the settlement. How it turns out depends heavily on your...
Legal considerations when writing press releases
Entrepreneurship
May 17, 2022
Writing a press release involves legal considerations. Pay attention to copyright and portrait rights regarding what you use, substantiate your claims to avoid misleading information, and be careful...