A legal assistance insurance helps with legal costs in cases against the government. Discover what is and is not covered in Leiden.
What is covered by legal assistance insurance?
A legal assistance insurance often provides coverage for:
- Fees of lawyers or attorneys
- Court registry fees
- Expenses for experts
- Sometimes the opponent's procedural costs
Administrative Law and Insurance Coverage
Many insurance policies include disputes in administrative law, such as:
- Objection procedures against refused permits
- Appeals against imposed fines or penalty payments
- Disputes over social benefits
- Proceedings regarding planning damage
What is not covered?
Be aware of exclusions in policies, such as:
| Exclusion | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Construction disputes | Conflicts over own construction activities |
| Business matters | In a private policy |
| Existing conflicts | Cases that already existed before the insurance |
| Hopeless cases | Insurer may reject if low chance of success |
Freedom of Choice of Lawyer
You may choose your own lawyer (freedom of choice of lawyer), but:
- This applies only to court cases
- There is a maximum reimbursement from the insurer
- In objection procedures, the insurer may assign its own lawyer
Alternatives without Insurance in Leiden
Do you not have legal assistance insurance? Then you can seek help from:
- Juridisch Loket Leiden, Stationsweg 46 (free advice)
- Subsidized legal assistance via a legal aid certificate
- Social welfare officers via the municipality of Leiden
Frequently Asked Questions about Legal Assistance
Is it necessary to first inform my insurer?
Yes, report your case immediately. The insurer determines whether it falls under the coverage.
What if the insurer considers my case not viable?
You can request a second opinion or use the dispute resolution scheme of your policy.
Is appeal also reimbursed?
In most cases yes, but consult your policy conditions for specific rules.