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Werknemer bespreekt ontslag bij een reorganisatie met een arbeidsjurist in Eindhoven

Redundancy during a reorganisation in Eindhoven: what are your rights?

Made redundant during a reorganisation in Eindhoven? Read about your rights: from the mirroring principle to severance pay and unemployment benefits.

Transition Payment 2026: What Changes For You This Year

Transitievergoeding 2026: het maximum stijgt naar € 102.000 en er komt een grote wijziging in de compensatieregeling. Lees wat dit voor jou betekent.

Geen werk meer na reorganisatie recht op WW in Eindhoven – arbeidsjurist Eindhoven

The employer refuses to pay severance pay. Here are your steps.

Employer refusing to pay the transition payment? Discover your rights, what the deadlines are and how to claim your payment in Eindhoven.

Negotiating a higher redundancy payment in Eindhoven: here's how to go about it

Negotiating more than the statutory transition payment? Read how to negotiate smartly in Eindhoven, which arguments work and when an employment lawyer makes the difference.

Arbeidsjurist in Eindhoven legt bedrijfseconomisch ontslag uit aan een werknemer

Redundancy Pay During Long-Term Illness in Eindhoven: What Are Your Rights?

Long-term illness and dismissal? Read about your right to a transition payment, how the calculation works, and what a dormant employment status means for you.

Vaststellingsovereenkomst nakijken in Eindhoven zo werkt het – arbeidsjurist Eindhoven

Having a Settlement Agreement Reviewed in Eindhoven: How it Works

Received a termination agreement? Have your VSO checked in Eindhoven before you sign. Find out what a lawyer checks, what your rights are, and what you can negotiate.

Vaststellingsovereenkomst weigeren en toch onderhandelen zo doe je dat – arbeidsjurist Eindhoven

You can refuse a settlement agreement and still negotiate by: * Clearly stating your refusal: Be direct and unambiguous in your refusal, but maintain a professional and polite tone. * Explaining your reasons (briefly): Provide a concise explanation for why you are rejecting the current offer. This shows you've considered it and aren't refusing arbitrarily. Focus on specific issues like an insufficient amount, unfair terms, or an acknowledgement you're seeking. * Proposing counter-terms: Immediately follow up your refusal with your own proposed terms or a revised offer. This demonstrates your continued willingness to reach a resolution. * Suggesting further discussion: Invite the other party to continue negotiations. This could be through further meetings, calls, or written communication. * Setting a deadline for a response: If appropriate, you can provide a timeframe for them to respond to your counter-proposal, but be reasonable. * Having a clear understanding of your bottom line: Before you start negotiating, know what your minimum acceptable outcome is. This will help you stay firm on key points. * Being prepared to walk away: While you want to negotiate, understand that sometimes an agreement cannot be reached. Being prepared for this possibility can strengthen your position. For example, you could say something like: "Thank you for your settlement proposal dated [Date]. After careful consideration, we acknowledge your offer, however, we are unable to accept it in its current form due to [briefly state reason, e.g., the proposed compensation not adequately reflecting the damages incurred]. We remain committed to finding a mutually agreeable resolution and would like to propose [your counter-proposal/terms] for your consideration. We are available to discuss this further at your earliest convenience."

Refusing a VSO does not mean the conversation stops. Discover how to strengthen your negotiating position and enforce better terms. Advice from Employment Lawyer Eindhoven.

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