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.
REORGANISATION
Imagine you have been working at the same company for 20 years. You know your colleagues, know exactly how everything works and suddenly you are told that the company is going to reorganise. Your position disappears and you get fired. You are offered a dismissal proposal (settlement agreement) with a transition allowance. But is that amount correct? And is it possible to get a higher severance payment?
Many employers adhere to the legal transitional allowance when reorganising. This is a fixed amount per year of employment. However, there is often room for negotiation, especially if the employer has an interest in handling the dismissal quickly and smoothly.
For instance, a social plan may include a higher severance payment than the legal transitional compensation. This is often done to benefit employees and avoid conflicts.
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An employer often has an interest in a swift and smooth resolution. An employee who contests the dismissal, goes to court, or langdurig ziek can lead to additional costs and delays. That is why many employers are willing to pay more, for example when:
We advise against accepting the first offer straight away. Employers often anticipate negotiations and in many cases have room to put forward a better proposal. A well-handled negotiation can make a difference of thousands of euros. Think of additional monthly salaries, a longer notice period, or compensation for outplacement.
A higher payment may be possible by highlighting your years of service, your position on the labour market, and any special employment benefits. By seeking advice from a Employment lawyer, you increase the likelihood of receiving a fair and appropriate payment.
Heb jij een settlement agreement and would like to know whether you are entitled to a higher severance payment? Please do not hesitate get in touch contact us. We are happy to help you get the best out of your situation.
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