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First Year of Illness in Leiden - Rights and Obligations

Discover the rights and obligations during the first year of illness in Leiden. Learn about reintegration, salary continuation and legal assistance via the Juridisch Loket Leiden.

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First Year of Illness in Leiden - Rights and Obligations

During the first year of illness, there are specific rules and obligations in Leiden and surrounding areas for both employer and employee to promote recovery and return to work.

Employer's Responsibilities

  • Report illness to the occupational physician
  • Prepare problem analysis (within 6 weeks)
  • Prepare reintegration plan (within 8 weeks)
  • Offer suitable work
  • Pay at least 70% of salary (often 100%)

Employee's Responsibilities

  • Report illness in accordance with company rules
  • Actively contribute to reintegration
  • Comply with appointments with occupational physician
  • Accept adapted work
  • Share updates on recovery

First Day of Illness

The employer must immediately report the employee's illness to the occupational health service or occupational physician.

Week 6: Analysis of the Situation

An occupational physician prepares an analysis of the situation with a prognosis on recovery and work possibilities.

Week 8: Reintegration Plan

Together with the employee, the employer prepares a detailed reintegration plan for return to work.

Legal basis: [Gatekeeper Improvement Act](https://rechtshulpamsterdam.nl/encyclopedie/referteperiode-ww)

Frequently Asked Questions about Illness in Leiden

What if my employer does not pay my full salary?

Check your employment contract or collective labour agreement. If the payment is unjustly withheld, send a written request with a deadline (e.g. 14 days). If no response, you can take legal steps via the subdistrict court in Leiden or seek help from the Juridisch Loket Leiden.

What happens if I refuse reintegration?

If you fail to cooperate with reintegration without good reason, your employer may suspend your salary or apply for dismissal. This is legally possible under 'salary suspension'. Communicate clearly and provide medical evidence for limitations.

How quickly must I report illness?

This depends on your contract or company policy, but often you must report on the first day, usually by a fixed time (e.g. 9:00 a.m.). Follow the prescribed method (by phone or otherwise) to avoid problems.

What does the reintegration plan in week 8 include?

The plan describes specific actions for return to work, such as adapted tasks, working hours or training. It includes goals and deadlines, and must be signed by both parties. In case of disagreement, you can seek advice from the Juridisch Loket Leiden.

Can I be dismissed during illness?

No, during the first year of illness, there is a prohibition on dismissal due to illness. Dismissal is only possible in cases of serious misconduct (such as fraud). After two years, dismissal is possible via UWV or the District Court of The Hague, Leiden location.

Contact and Assistance in Leiden

For legal questions about illness and work, you can go to the Juridisch Loket Leiden (Stationsweg 46). For court cases, reference is often made to the District Court of The Hague, Leiden location.

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