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The Thin Skull Principle in Amsterdam Case Law

Thin skull principle protects vulnerable Amsterdammers: full compensation despite predisposition. Applicable to bicycle accidents, psychological traumas, and genetic factors, supported by the District Court of Amsterdam and the Supreme Court.

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Own Fault and Article 6:101 CC in Injury Cases in Amsterdam

Article 6:101 CC divides fault in cases involving the victim's own contribution in Amsterdam injury cases. Percentages vary by situation, such as bicycle helmet use on canals or mitigation of damage after tram accidents. Case law from the Amsterdam District Court provides guidelines.

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Objection Procedure UWV WW-Decision Amsterdam: Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

Object to UWV WW-decisions in Amsterdam with this step-by-step guide: deadlines, hearing at UWV Amsterdam and appeal at Amsterdam District Court. (18 words)

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Smartengeld Calculation in Cases of Multiple Causality in Amsterdam

Smartengeld in cases of multiple causes in Amsterdam: divided pro rata via Smartengeldgids. Factors such as duration of suffering, causality, and local traffic accidents like bicycle collisions determine the amount, with whiplash and PTSD examples from Amsterdam case law.

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Guardianship and Temporary Placement in International Child Matters in Amsterdam

Guardianship provides temporary authority in crises for asylum children in Amsterdam, regulated via the Youth Act and treaties. Local Council for Child Protection Amsterdam coordinates while preserving biological rights.

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Imputation of Damage according to Article 6:98 DCC in Amsterdam Cases

Article 6:98 DCC governs the imputation of damage in Amsterdam court cases. Judges of the Amsterdam District Court assess causality through conditio sine qua non and reasonableness. Local practice examples from medical errors at OLVG and economic damage from canal accidents.

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Maintenance Obligation after Stepparent Adoption and Ex-Partners in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, stepparent adoption fully terminates the maintenance obligation of the ex-biological parent. Direct impact on child support, child benefit, and local allowances via the municipality.

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Dismissal Compensations in the Amsterdam Collective Agreement: Combination with Transition Payment

How collective agreements in Amsterdam provide extra compensations alongside the transition payment: local examples from metal, construction and care, and tips to maximize your rights.

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Duty to Mitigate Damage in Personal Injury Compensation in Amsterdam

Duty to mitigate damage (6:96 BW) requires victims in Amsterdam to minimize damage. Failure to comply leads to reduction in compensation, such as skipping rehabilitation in local clinics.

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Fair Compensation upon Dismissal in Amsterdam: When Extra Besides Transition?

Extra fair compensation for culpable dismissal in Amsterdam: conditions, calculation and how to claim it alongside the transition payment at local district courts.

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International Stepparent Adoption: Recognition in Amsterdam

International stepparent adoption in Amsterdam requires exequatur and compliance with the Hague Convention. Additional steps at the Amsterdam District Court for valid recognition.

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Calculation of Maintenance Contribution for 18-21 Year Olds in Amsterdam: Capacity to Pay and Need

Discover how the maintenance contribution for 18-21 year olds in Amsterdam is calculated via capacity to pay and need. Tremanorms, high Amsterdam living costs and practical examples from the Amsterdam District Court clarify the reasonable contribution pursuant to Article 1:395a DCC.

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