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Wage Continuation during Illness in Zoetermeer

Employees in Zoetermeer are entitled to wage continuation during illness for a maximum of 104 weeks. Read more about the rules, exceptions, and legal support in Zoetermeer.

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Wage Continuation during Illness in Zoetermeer

Employees in Zoetermeer are entitled to wage continuation during illness for a period of up to 104 weeks (2 years).

Amount of Wage Continuation

  • First year: at least 70% of the salary (often 100% in accordance with collective bargaining agreement provisions)
  • Second year: at least 70% of the salary

The salary in the first year may not be lower than the [minimum wage](https://rechtshulpdenhaag.nl/encyclopedie/minimumjeugdloon-staffel).

Waiting Days during Illness

An employer in Zoetermeer may impose a maximum of 2 waiting days on which no salary is paid.

When No Entitlement to Wage Continuation?

  • Illness caused by intentional conduct of the employee
  • Failure to disclose a medical condition during job application
  • Refusal to cooperate with [reintegration](https://rechtshulpdenhaag.nl/encyclopedie/risicoinventarisatie-en-evaluatie)
  • Refusal to accept suitable work

After 104 Weeks of Illness

After two years, the obligation to continue paying wages ends. Employees in Zoetermeer can then apply for a [WIA benefit](https://rechtshulpdenhaag.nl/encyclopedie/ziektewet-dagloon-berekening).

Wage Sanction by UWV

If an employer in Zoetermeer fails to make sufficient efforts for reintegration, the UWV may impose a wage sanction, which may result in an additional year of wage continuation.

Statutory basis: Article 7:629 of the Dutch Civil Code

Frequently Asked Questions about Illness and Work in Zoetermeer

What are my rights for online purchases?

For online purchases, you have 14 days to return without reason, except for statutory exceptions.

How long is the warranty on products?

Products must function for at least 2 years. Defects within 6 months are presumed to have been present at the time of purchase.

Can I charge interest on outstanding debts?

Yes, you can claim statutory interest (approximately 8% per year) on unpaid amounts.

What to do about unfair practices?

You can file a complaint with the Consumers' Association, the government, or initiate legal proceedings.

What does a credit agreement entail?

A credit agreement sets out the terms for borrowing money, including interest and repayment.

Practical Information for Zoetermeer

For legal support, you can go to the Zoetermeer Legal Advice Centre. Disputes fall under the jurisdiction of the District Court of The Hague.