There’s a lot to consider when it comes to dismissal. While the decision may be mutual in some cases, it may also be met with some resistance. There are various reasons why an employer might wish to let an employee go, including:
There are several ways to terminate an employment contract, including:
Finally, there’s the settlement agreement, which is often used in practice to end employment contracts. A settlement agreement is a contract used to terminate employment voluntarily, by mutual consent. It outlines the terms of the agreement, such as the end date and any severance payment.
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There are a number of important points to keep in mind when terminating an employment contract. Depending on how the employment relationship ends, these may play a greater or lesser role. Consider the following:
Are you allowed to terminate an employment contract before the first day at work?
The contract has been signed and everything is in order, when suddenly the employer or the employee gets second thoughts. Is it legally permitted to terminate the employment contract before the first day of work? Two court rulings have addressed this question.
Suppose your company needs to be restructured, for example due to poor financial performance or reduced workload. Technological changes may also lead to letting staff go. In this training course, we focus on the dos and don’ts of a reorganisation and review the assessment criteria used by the Employee Insurance Agency (UWV).
