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Do you want to change your first name? This can be a radical decision, for example, because you feel your name is not appropriate, after a gender transition, or for religious or cultural reasons. However, the procedure can be complex and requires a well-founded application to the court. Our office will help you every step […]

Your surname is an important part of your identity. But what if you want to change it? For example, after a divorce, because of negative associations, or because you think another name fits your life better? A name change is possible in the Netherlands, but the procedure can be complex and requires a well-founded application.

In legal conflicts with a narcissistic opponent, emotional manipulation is a powerful and often destructive tactic. Narcissists use manipulation to gain control of the situation and influence others. This can unnecessarily complicate matters and lead to confusion, frustration and stress In legal matters, such as divorce, custody, or child support disputes, this manipulation can result

What to Do About Unauthorized Sound Sampling Sound sampling or music sampling is a currently widely used technique whereby sound fragments are copied electronically to use them, often in modified form, in a new (musical) work, usually with the help of a computer. However, sound fragments may be subject to various rights, as a result

Understanding the Process of Adopting a Minor Are you a foster parent, stepparent or guardian of a minor child who you consider your own? Would you like to make this special bond official through adoption? Although the process can sometimes seem complicated, Dutch law provides options for making a child an official part of your

Expert Victim Support in Criminal Law At Law & More, specialists in victims’ law, we understand how devastating a criminal case can be for victims. As a victim, you often find yourself in a complex legal world, dealing not only with the emotional and practical consequences of the crime, but also with a criminal justice

Adopting an Adult in the Netherlands Do you have a close relationship with an adult foster child, stepchild or someone you consider to be your own child? Would you like to formalise this special relationship through adoption, but you think it is not possible because the person is already an adult? Good news: in the

Dealing with Narcissists in Court Dealing with a narcissistic opponent in a court case can be surprising and emotionally taxing. Narcissists often have a strong need to control, admire, and manipulate those around them – traits that can affect their behavior during court cases. It is important to know what to expect and how to

The Heat Act: Your Rights Explained In the Netherlands, energy supply for commercial and residential premises tenants is increasingly taking the form of a connection to a heat network. These heat networks are often constructed and managed by the municipality in cooperation with specific heat suppliers. This means tenants are sometimes obliged to connect to

Disadvantages of District Heating Networks District heating networks are often presented as a sustainable heating solution, where heat is generated centrally and then distributed to various buildings and homes. While the concept may seem appealing on paper, many consumers experience daily issues with these systems. A district heating network offers limited benefits when there is

Legal Advice on Inappropriate and Cross-Border Behavior Inappropriate and transgressive behavior are topical issues that are receiving attention in many sectors. The consequences of undesirable and transgressive behavior are profound, especially as these behaviors often take place in familiar environments, such as schools and workplaces. In this blog, we tell you more about undesirable and

Introduction In 2023, 225,000 Dutch people aged 15 or older were victims of stalking. This included 137,000 women and 90,000 men. Often, the victim knows the stalker, for example, an ex-partner, acquaintance, family member, colleague, or friend. At Law & More, we understand how important it is to intervene quickly and effectively, whether you are

Phishing and Internet fraud are increasingly common risks in our digital world. Attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated and target both individuals and businesses. As a law firm with unparalleled expertise in cybercrime and data protection, we offer tailored legal support to protect your rights, instilling confidence and reassurance in our clients. Have you experienced phishing

Introduction: Understanding Your Rights with Online Casinos Online gambling in the Netherlands has undergone radical changes in recent years, especially with the introduction of the Distance Gambling Act (Koa) in October 2021. Before this date, offering online gambling without a license was illegal in the Netherlands. Nevertheless, thousands of Dutch players lost significant sums at

Divorce Without Partner’s Consent Explained Starting a divorce is never easy, especially when your partner decides not to cooperate. You want a divorce, but your partner disagrees. This can happen for various reasons, such as disagreements about the divorce or situations where communication has completely broken down. Nevertheless, you can proceed with the divorce without

Protect Your License from Traffic Offenses Are you suspected of committing a traffic offence under the Road Traffic Act 1994 (WVW 1994)? Then it is important to know what steps you can take and how best to defend yourself. In this blog, we explain what the two-way system means, what measures the Public Prosecution Service

Have you suffered damages as a result of a crime? Did you know that you can claim compensation not only in civil proceedings but also within criminal proceedings? It is essential to know your rights and how to be compensated for damages. In the Netherlands, the Code of Criminal Procedure (Sv) allows crime victims to

Facing Narcissism in Family Law? We Can Help Narcissism is a personality disorder that can have profound and often destructive effects on family relationships. Narcissists can initially appear charming and convincing, but their true nature comes out once they have tethered themselves to you through, for example, marriage, a child , or a jointly built business.

Understanding Criminal Cases in the Netherlands In criminal proceedings, a lawsuit is brought against the accused by the Public Prosecutor’s Office (OM). The OM is represented by a public prosecutor. The criminal proceedings usually start with the police, after which the prosecutor decides whether to prosecute the suspect. If the public prosecutor proceeds to prosecute

IND Decisions Objections Made Easy If you disagree with the IND’s decision, you can object or appeal it. This could result in you receiving a favorable decision on your application. Objection An unfavorable decision on your application The IND will give a decision on your application in the form of a decision. If a negative

Introduction Law & More recently counseled an employee of the Wijeindhoven Foundation in her application to the Human Rights Board (College Rechten voor de Mens) as to whether the foundation made a prohibited distinction on the basis of sex because of her pregnancy and to handle her discrimination complaint negligently. The Human Rights Board is

Companies regularly bring employees from abroad to the Netherlands. Recognition as a sponsor is mandatory if your company wants to apply for a residence permit for one of the following purposes of stay: highly skilled migrant, researchers within the meaning of Directive EU 2016/801, study, au pair, or exchange. When do you apply for Recognition

Legally, an association is a legal entity with members. An association is formed for a specific purpose, for example, a sports association, and can make its own rules. The law distinguishes between an association with total legal capacity and an association with limited legal capacity. This blog discusses the important aspects of the association with

Legal Guide to Terminating Conditions One of the ways to terminate an employment contract is by entering a resolutive condition. But under what conditions may a resolutive condition be included in an employment contract, and when does the employment contract end after that condition has occurred? What is a resolutive condition?  When drafting an employment

Expert Advice on Zero-Hours Contracts For many employers, it is attractive to offer employees a contract without fixed working hours. In this situation, there is a choice between three forms of on-call contracts: an on-call contract with preliminary agreement, a min-max contract and the zero-hours contract. This blog will discuss the latter variant. Namely, what

Simple Wage Claim Process with Our Sample Letter When you have performed labour as an employee, you are entitled to wages. The specifications surrounding the payment of wages are regulated in the employment contract. If the employer does not pay the wages (on time), it is in default and you can file a wage claim.

What is a notice of default? Unfortunately, it happens often enough that a contracting party fails to fulfil its obligations, or fails to do so on time or properly. A notice of default gives this party another opportunity to (properly) comply within a reasonable period. After expiry of the reasonable period – mentioned in the

Employers process a lot of data on their employees over time. All this data is stored in a personnel file. This file contains important personal data and, for this reason, it is essential that this is done securely and correctly. How long are employers allowed (or, in some cases, required) to keep this data? In

Organizing checklist personnel file data As an employer, it is important to store your employees’ data properly. In doing so, you are obliged to keep personnel records of employees’ personal data. When storing such data, the Privacy Act General Data Protection Regulation (AVG) and the Implementation Act General Data Protection Regulation (UAVG) must be taken

What is share capital? Share capital is equity divided into shares of a company. It is the capital stipulated in the company agreement or articles of association. A company’s share capital is the amount at which a company has issued or can issue shares to shareholders. Share capital is also part of a company’s liabilities. Liabilities are debts

Whereas fixed-term employment contracts used to be the exception, they seem to have become the rule. A fixed-term employment contract is also called a temporary employment contract. Such an employment contract is concluded for a limited period. It is often concluded for six months or a year. In addition, this contract can also be concluded

Defamation and Libel Laws Explained Libel and slander are terms that originate from the Criminal Code. They are crimes punishable by fines and even prison sentences, although, in the Netherlands, someone rarely ends up behind bars for libel or slander. They are mainly criminal terms. But someone guilty of libel or slander also commits an

Yes and no! The main rule is that an employer is not obliged to offer a pension scheme to employees. In addition, in principle, employees are not obliged to participate in a pension scheme provided by the employer. In practice, however, there are many situations where this main rule does not apply, leaving an employer

Understanding Your Employer’s Obligations Under Law Every employee of a company must be able to work safely and healthily. The Working Conditions Act (further abbreviated as Arbowet) is part of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, which consists of rules and guidelines to promote a safe working environment. The Working Conditions Act contains obligations with

If you want to collect an outstanding debt after a long time, there may be a risk that the debt is time-barred. Claims for damages or claims may also be time-barred. How does prescription work, what are limitation periods, and when do they start to run?  What is a limitation of a claim? A claim is time-barred if the creditor

What Is a Claim, and How Do You Recover It? A claim is simply a demand someone has on another, i.e., a person or company. A claim often consists of a money claim, but it can also be a claim for a give or make a claim from undue payment or a claim for damages. A