Rental trap in Belgium: what can the landlord do?

Huurachterstal in België: wat kan de verhuurder doen? Wanneer een huurder zijn huur niet betaalt, beschikt de verhuurder over juridische middelen om de huurachterstal in te vorderen en desnoods de uithuiszetting te bekomen. De procedure verloopt via de vrederechter van de plaats waar het pand ligt. Stap 1: ingebrekestelling De eerste stap is een formele […]

Parental authority and primary residence after divorce: everything you need to know

Parental authority and primary residence after divorce in Belgium After a divorce, questions immediately arise about parental authority over the children, primary residence and access arrangements. In Belgium, two principles take precedence: joint parental authority and the best interests of the child. Joint parental authority: the rule In Belgium, joint parental authority is the legal rule [...].

House search in Belgium: your rights and obligations

House search in Belgium: your rights and obligations as a suspect A house search is one of the most drastic coercive measures that police and prosecutors can carry out. As a suspect or person subject to a search, you have rights that you need to know. When is a search permitted? A search basically requires a court order (search warrant) [...].

Arrest and interrogation in Belgium: your rights as a suspect

Arrest and questioning in Belgium: your rights as a suspect When you are arrested or summoned for questioning by the police, it is essential that you know your rights. In Belgium, every suspect has the right to the assistance of a lawyer from the first interrogation. The right to the assistance of a lawyer (Salduz law) The Salduz law guarantees [....]

Debt collection: what are your options as a creditor?

When a debtor fails to pay, as a creditor you have legal means to enforce your rights. Novex Advocaten assists companies and individuals with debt collection in Belgium. Step 1: notice of default The first step is a formal notice of default by registered letter. In this you summon the debtor to pay within a certain period of time, [...].