What is an urgent cause in employment law in Tilburg?
An **urgent cause** in employment law allows employers to dismiss an employee **immediately and without notice period**. This applies only in cases of **serious misconduct** that irreparably damage the employment relationship or directly threaten business continuity. In Tilburg, where many SMEs and logistics firms are active, this occurs in cases of serious misconduct such as fraud, theft or aggression. It is an exceptional measure that must always be **factually substantiated**.
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Statutory basis: urgent cause under Article 7:678 of the Dutch Civil Code
The core provision is **Article 7:678 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW)**. An employer in Tilburg may dismiss immediately in cases of:
1. **Serious negligence**, such as:
- **Fraud** or **embezzlement** in the accounting.
- **Physical or verbal violence** against colleagues or customers.
- **Prolonged unexplained absenteeism** without medical certificate.
- **Leakage of trade secrets** to competitors.
2. Situations in which cooperation becomes **immediately impossible**.
> **Tip for Tilburg:** The **Zeeland-West-Brabant District Court, Wilhelminapark 100, Tilburg** strictly tests this for objectivity and evidence.
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Practical examples of urgent cause in Tilburg
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Theft in retail or warehouse:
An employee at a Tilburg store or distribution center who steals goods can be dismissed on the spot. Evidence via cameras is crucial.
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Aggression in the workplace:
Physical confrontations or intimidation in a factory or office justify immediate dismissal, even after a single incident.
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Unjustified sick leave:
Repeated absence without explanation, despite reintegration efforts, may constitute a cause. Dialogue must be attempted first.
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Betrayal of confidentiality:
Passing on customer data or strategies to competitors in the region results in immediate dismissal.
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Safety risks:
Deliberately ignoring rules in construction or production, such as not wearing PPE, poses a danger and grounds for dismissal.
> **Note:** Proportional action is key; minor errors such as lateness do not qualify.
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Rights and obligations in case of urgent dismissal in Tilburg
Employer in Tilburg
- **Immediate dismissal** without warning, provided it is proven.
- Provide evidence: witnesses, videos or documents.
Employee
- Right to **written justification**.
- **Object** via **Juridisch Loket Tilburg, Spoorlaan 364** or lawyer.
- To **Zeeland-West-Brabant District Court, Wilhelminapark 100** for damages claim or reinstatement.
Obligations of the employer
- **Objective assessment**, no personal grudges.
- Always communicate **in writing** and in a timely manner.
For local advice: visit the **Juridisch Loket Tilburg** or check the court in Wilhelminapark.