Employee joining a competitor: is your business sufficiently protected?
A non-compete clause only protects your business if it is specific, defensible and tailored to the employee’s role. Read what entrepreneurs should pay attention to.
A different perspective on finance: what India can teach us
In her article of 19 June 2026 in Het Financieele Dagblad, Edith Nordmann reflects on what Europe can learn from India’s digital financial infrastructure and the way in which it broadens access to finance.
Code of conduct against unwanted behaviour: what must you do as an employer?
From 1 July 2026, employers with ten or more employees must have a written code of conduct against unwanted behaviour. Prevent legal risks and ensure a safe working environment that fits the day-to-day reality of your organisation.
Why entrepreneurs will soon face more questions about their company, UBOs and transactions
Under the AMLR, entrepreneurs will face questions about UBOs, KYC and transactions more quickly. Read how to get your file in order and avoid problems with banks, civil-law notaries and other gatekeepers.
Delay claims in construction: when are you truly entitled to extra time or money?
Construction delays can have major financial consequences, but do not automatically entitle a party to extra time or money. In this article we explain when a delay claim has a realistic prospect of success and how to strengthen your legal position.
Latest edition of the Commercial Litigation Law Guide
ACG International highlights Dutch legislation, case law, and trends in commercial dispute resolution in the Commercial Litigation Law Guide.
Flexible work overhaul: what is changing for employers?
The More Security for Flexible Workers Act introduces stricter rules for fixed-term contracts, zero-hours contracts and temporary agency work.
Employers should prepare for greater security for workers and less room for highly flexible staffing structures.
Implementation is expected on 1 January 2028.
Amsterdam Court of Appeal scrutinises Dutch residential rent increase clauses: smaller landlords should also review their tenancy agreements
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal confirms that rent increase clauses combining CPI indexation with an additional surcharge may be legally vulnerable. Private landlords may also face risks where surcharge clauses lack transparency or are insufficiently substantiated. Regular legal review of tenancy agreements therefore remains essential.
Franchise agreement signed, disappointing figures — left empty-handed?
The practical reality You have signed a franchise agreement. The figures looked promising, the forecast was convincing, and on that basis you made an investment — possibly even with borrowed funds.Then reality sets in: turnover falls short. Not slightly, but structurally. At that point, the inevitable question arises:“Could I have seen this coming, and were […]
When a quotation becomes more than just a proposal
The practical reality Many businesses assume that a quotation is non-binding. In practice, this is often not the case. A simple confirmation – even a short message such as “agreed” via email or WhatsApp – may already be sufficient to form a binding contract, even without a signed agreement. The key question is therefore not […]