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Legislative Proposal “Work Where You Want” rejected

The legislative proposal “Werken waar je wilt” (Work Where You Want) that reinforced the employees’ right to choose their place of work was rejected by the Dutch Senate on 26 September 2023. How do employers now have to deal with a request to work from home?

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How far do the works council powers extend?

A works council has various rights. With its rights, the works council can exert a lot of influence on company decisions. Which rights can be considered and how far do these powers reach?

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What does the Homologation Act (WHOA) mean for creditors?

The WHOA makes it easier for a company facing bankruptcy to avoid bankruptcy. This can be done through a binding agreement with all creditors, even if they do not all agree to the arrangement. What rights do creditors have in WHOA proceedings?

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New EU General Product Safety Regulation

On 12 June 2023, the new EU General Product Safety Regulation entered into force. As of 13 December 2024, products must comply with this regulation. What are the consequences of the new Product Safety Regulation? Which entrepreneurs should start taking measures now?

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Crimean gold returns to Ukraine

After nine years, it is finally clear to whom the Crimean treasures should go. According to the Supreme Court, they should go to the state of Ukraine, the owner and custodian of the archeological objects that were on loan to the Allard Pierson Museum in Amsterdam in 2014. How did the Supreme Court reach its verdict?

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Proper management by museums essential to prevent art theft

News that an employee had allegedly stolen artefacts from the British Museum prompted Dutch television programme Nieuwsuur to interview Paul W.L. Russell, LL.M. As such thefts are rather common, it is important that museums manage and protect their collections properly. What should they pay particular attention to?

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Employment contract: 8 clauses that should be included

What may or may not be included in an employment contract, what do the various provisions mean and what do you have to bear in mind?

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Real estate: 3 differences between renovation and maintenance in lease

Buildings may be timeless but every now and then work will have to be carried out in order to prevent decay. Lessees and lessors have different rights and duties, depending on whether the work can be considered as renovation or (urgent) maintenance.

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