Challenging the summary dismissal
Summary dismissal An employer can terminate the employment contract on the basis of an urgent cause. The employment contract will then be terminated immediately. The employer does not have to observe a notice period. This means that the employee immediately loses his job. The summary dismissal is usually given orally and then confirmed in writing. The employer does not need the consent of the UWV or the sub-district court for a summary dismissal. An employee who has been summarily dismissed is not entitled to benefits. Conditions for summary [...]
What are an employee’s rights and obligations?
The rights and obligations of an employee are laid down in Dutch employment law. The main employee rights and obligations are set out below. Do work An employee is obliged to perform the agreed work himself, to the best of his ability, and to follow reasonable orders and instructions of the employer. Disciplinary measures can follow when an employee refuses to comply with the employer’s reasonable orders and instructions. Wages An employee is entitled to a salary. Every worker aged 21 and over is entitled to a minimum [...]
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