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Can you take a holiday while on sick leave in the Netherlands? The short answer

When it comes to telling the difference between a genuinely sick employee and a ‘quiet

Dealing with conflict when your team is spread out requires a different playbook. It's not

Yes, an algorithm can evaluate your performance. In fact, it's already happening in workplaces across

Right now, there's no law in the Netherlands forcing companies to adopt a four-day workweek.

Cross‑border work sounds simple—work here, live there—but the legal reality is anything but. Employers and

Workplace conflict is unavoidable, but costly when it’s misunderstood. A missed deadline can be a

A settlement agreement (vaststellingsovereenkomst, often called a termination agreement) is a written contract between you

Being “fired on the spot” (ontslag op staande voet) means your employer ends your contract

A conflict with your employer can feel overwhelming: the power imbalance, worries about pay or

Working across borders throws up some serious employment law challenges. We’re mainly talking about clashing

Hiring foreign employees for temporary positions does not always have to be done through the

A freelance contract often feels like a quick, flexible solution: you download a template from

So, you're starting a new professional chapter in the Netherlands? Fantastic! This guide is here

Can my employer read my WhatsApp messages? It’s a question that comes up a lot,

1. Introduction: What is a Settlement Agreement and Why is it Important A settlement agreement

When an employment contract ends, the financial side of things can be a major source

A breach of employment contract happens when either the employer or the employee does not

When your employment in the Netherlands comes to an end, you’re often entitled to a