Libel, slander and defamation in Belgium: criminal prosecution and damages
In the digital age, libel, slander and defamation are increasingly committed through social media, online forums and review platforms. In Belgium, these acts are punishable and can also give rise to a civil claim. In this article, Novex Advocaten explains the legal qualifications and discusses the options for protecting your reputation. What [...]
Commercial lease termination in Belgium: landlord rights, eviction compensation and lease renewal
Commercial lease termination in Belgium: landlord and tenant rights The commercial lease in Belgium offers both tenants and landlords a solid legal position. The termination of a commercial lease is subject to strict rules and requires an accurate knowledge of the Commercial Lease Act. Minimum duration and renewal A commercial lease in Belgium is concluded for a minimum [....]
Workplace harassment in Belgium: filing a complaint, protection and compensation
Workplace harassment in Belgium: filing a complaint and taking legal action Workplace harassment is prohibited in Belgium by the Welfare Act. If you are faced with repeated harassing behavior by a colleague, supervisor or employer, you have the right to complain and take legal action. What is harassment at the [...]
Work accident and occupational disease in Belgium: compensation, procedure and rights
Work accident and occupational disease in Belgium: your rights and compensation A work accident or occupational disease has serious consequences for your health and your income. In Belgium, as an employee, you are entitled to compensation through your employer or his work accident insurer, but also through the Fund for Occupational Disease. What is an accident at work? A work-related accident is a sudden event [....]
Driving under the influence of alcohol in Belgium: penalties, driving ban and defence
Rijden onder invloed van alcohol: wat riskeert u? Rijden onder invloed van alcohol is een van de meest voorkomende feiten voor de politierechtbank in België. De gevolgen kunnen ingrijpend zijn: een rijverbod, een hoge geldboete, verplichte herstelexamens en in ernstige gevallen een gevangenisstraf. Alcoholgrens en meting In België geldt een wettelijke alcoholgrens van 0,5 promille […]
Divorce with children in Belgium: parental authority, residence arrangements and maintenance
Divorce with children in Belgium: parental authority and residence arrangement A divorce or de facto separation with children requires a clear arrangement regarding parental authority, the main residence of the children and access arrangements. Novex Advocaten guides you through the entire procedure before the family court in Brussels. Joint or exclusive parental authority In Belgium, the [...]
Victim of a traffic accident in Belgium: compensation and your rights
Traffic accident victim in Belgium: your rights and compensation As a victim of a traffic accident, you are entitled to full compensation for your damages. In Belgium, the law provides broad protection for traffic victims, with special attention to vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians. Who compensates your damage? In most cases, [....]
Lawyer Saint-Gilles and Forest: legal assistance in Brussels
Lawyer in Saint-Gilles and Forest: legal assistance in Brussels Novex Advocaten offers legal assistance to clients from all Brussels municipalities, including Saint-Gilles (Sint-Gillis) and Forest (Vorst). With an office at 379 Avenue Louise in 1050 Brussels, we can be reached from all over Brussels. Legal assistance in Dutch, French, English and Arabic We provide assistance in [...]
Lawyer Molenbeek: legal assistance in NL, FR, EN and AR
Lawyer in Molenbeek: legal assistance in NL, FR, EN and AR Novex Advocaten offers legal assistance to clients from Molenbeek-Saint-Jean and all neighbouring Brussels municipalities. With an office at 379 Avenue Louise in 1050 Brussels, you can quickly reach us for an initial discussion of your case. Multilingual assistance for Molenbeek Novex Advocaten provides [...]
Driving without a licence in Belgium: penalties, correctional court and defence
Driving without a licence in Belgium: penalties and defences Driving without a valid licence is a criminal offence that is dealt with in the police court. The penalties can be severe, especially for repeat offenders or when you drive while a driving ban is in effect. Situations of driving without a licence The law distinguishes several situations: driving without ever having a licence [...].