Disability and social security

Within labor law, the regulations surrounding disability and social security are becoming increasingly complex. Increasingly, obligations are being imposed on both employer and employee. One of these is the Gatekeeper Act. What must be included in a Plan of Action? What reintegration efforts can you expect from an employee? Is there suitable work within your organization for your sick employee? What can you expect from your occupational health and safety service or absence specialist? What are the (financial) consequences if you become self-insurer? What can you do against a wage penalty?

If you are self-insurer, the importance of quick resumption of work is even greater, given the financial consequences. In addition, the attention of the legislator for employees who end up in a benefit situation from a work situation has increased significantly in recent years. Measures have already been taken in this regard. Among other things, through the introduction of the Law Limiting Absenteeism and Disability of Beneficiaries (BeZava), on the basis of which the premium differentiation system was created. Regulation of absenteeism within your organization is therefore all the more important.

Our labor law team has the necessary specialist knowledge to take your questions and concerns regarding sick employees off your hands. We advise on the supervision of reintegration processes and help you avoid wage sanctions. In addition, our lawyers have broad knowledge in the field of social security and have experience with the Unemployment Act (WW), Sickness Act (ZW) and the Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Act (WIA). We are happy to assist you in any objection or appeal proceedings at the Employee Insurance Schemes Implementing Body (UWV) or the Central Appeals Tribunal (CRvB).