Legal guides

Practical guides to Dutch law, arranged by area of law: from employment and corporate law to family law, immigration, criminal law and real estate. Written by the lawyers of Law & More in Eindhoven and Amsterdam.

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Copying general terms and conditions: the legal risks in the Netherlands

Copying another company’s general terms and conditions (algemene voorwaarden) is risky under Dutch law on three separate grounds: copyright, unlawful act and the validity of the terms themselves. The exception is short standard phrasing, which is too generic for copyright

Discover key business contract terms in the Netherlands. Learn how these terms protect your interests
Learn about corporate governance laws in the Netherlands for 2025. Discover key rules, compliance tips,
Learn about Dutch corporate law in 2025. Get clear advice for individuals and businesses in

Part-time employees in the Netherlands have the same right to paid holiday (vakantie) as full-time

Uncover the truth about the 90 day probation myth in the Netherlands. Our guide explains
Is kissing a minor illegal? This guide explains consent laws, penalties, and what you need
Understand key business law for entrepreneurs in the Netherlands. Get practical tips and legal insights
Wat is cassatie? Discover everything about the Dutch Supreme Court appeal process, its purpose, costs,
Thinking of starting a business in the Netherlands? Our guide to Dutch company registration walks
Learn Dutch family law basics with this easy guide. Clear advice for individuals and businesses
Ontdek alles over ontbinding van overeenkomst in Nederland. Lees onze gids voor proces, juridische gronden

Dutch law does not prohibit a relationship between colleagues, and an employer cannot simply ban