Fleeing crime in Belgium: penalties, driving ban and defence in police court
The hit-and-run crime is one of the most heavily punished traffic crimes in Belgium. Anyone who drives away after a traffic accident without leaving their identity details risks a serious criminal record, a long driving ban and a substantial fine. In this article, Novex Advocaten explains exactly what hit-and-run is, what penalties apply and how you can defend yourself. What is [...]
Lawyer Schaerbeek: multilingual legal assistance in NL, FR, EN and AR
Are you looking for a lawyer in Schaerbeek, Etterbeek, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode or Ixelles? Novex Advocaten is active in the Brussels Capital Region and defends clients from all municipalities of the eastern Brussels agglomeration. We offer expert legal assistance in Dutch, French, English and Arabic. Legal assistance in Schaarbeek and the surrounding area Novex Advocaten handles files [...].
Collective debt settlement in Belgium: procedure, consequences and discharge plan
When debts pile up and you can no longer manage them, Belgian legislation offers a protection mechanism: the collective debt settlement (CSR). This procedure allows to tackle all debts together through an amicable or judicial settlement plan, under the guidance of a debt mediator. In this article, Novex Advocaten explains who is eligible, how [...]
Lawyer Anderlecht: legal assistance in NL, FR, EN and AR
Lawyer in Anderlecht: legal assistance in NL, FR, EN and AR Novex Advocaten provides legal assistance to clients from Anderlecht and all surrounding Brussels and Flemish municipalities. Our office is located at 379 Avenue Louise in 1050 Brussels, centrally located and easily accessible from Anderlecht. Multilingual approach for Anderlecht Anderlecht is a diverse commune with [...]
Dilbeek lawyer: legal assistance in traffic law, family law and real estate
Lawyer in Dilbeek: legal assistance in traffic law, criminal law and family law Novex Advocaten offers legal assistance to clients from Dilbeek and the wider Brussels periphery. Dilbeek borders Brussels and for legal matters falls under the courts of Brussels and Halle-Vilvoorde. Traffic law for Dilbeek clients Residents of Dilbeek who receive a summons to appear before the police court [...].
VAT debts in Belgium: payment plan, objection and personal liability
VAT debts are one of the most common causes of financial difficulties for the self-employed and companies in Belgium. The VAT administration has strong recovery powers and can move quickly to coercive measures. In this article, Novex Advocaten explains what you can do in case of VAT arrears, what payment plans are possible and when legal assistance is necessary. How do VAT debts arise? [...]
Inheritance law in Belgium: legal succession, will and inheritance tax
Inheritance law regulates what happens to your assets after your death. In Belgium, the rules on this have changed dramatically with the 2018 reform. This article gives an overview of the legal succession, reserved portion (reserve), the possibilities of a will and the tax aspects of an estate. Legal succession in Belgium When [...]
Dismissal and notice period in Belgium: rights, compensation and dispute
Have you been fired or are you considering resigning as an employee? In Belgium, the rules around dismissal and notice periods have changed significantly since the 2014 Single Employment Status Act. In this article, Novex Advocaten explains which notice periods apply, when you are entitled to severance pay and in which cases you can contest a dismissal. [...]
Hidden defects in real estate in Belgium: rights, procedure and evidence
You have bought a property and later discover serious defects that were not visible at the time of purchase: moisture problems, foundation damage, hidden leaks or electrical installations that are not compliant. In that case, in Belgium, you can hold the seller liable under the indemnity for hidden defects. In this article, Novex Advocaten explains when you [...]
The alcohol interlock in Belgium: procedure, costs and alternatives to driving ban
The alcohol interlock is a technical system built into your vehicle that requires you to blow into the mouthpiece before you can start the engine. Only if your breath analysis gives a negative result will the engine start. In Belgium, the police judge can impose the alcohol interlock as an alternative to a complete driving ban. In this [...]