Mariska has been working in a small hotel for 20 years. Recently, she noticed that the company was not doing well. Her salary was arriving later and later, and eventually, it stopped altogether. Despite this, she continued to work for another two months without pay.
Mariska initially had a discussion with her employer. He assured her that she would receive her next salary payment on time. However, the following month she did not receive any salary at all.
What did De Horecabond do?
She then immediately contacted us. Because Mariska is a member, she could rely on legal assistance and support.
One of our lawyers reviewed her situation and wrote to the employer requesting the overdue salary and other allowances to be paid. It soon became clear that this was no longer possible.
Therefore, we contacted the UWV and indicated that there was likely a case of insolvency. The UWV investigated this and confirmed that the employer indeed could no longer pay.
Subsequently, we applied for a social benefits due to insolvency. The UWV took over the payment and disbursed Mariska's overdue salary. In addition, she also received holiday pay, outstanding annual leave, and unpaid pension contributions.
- If you no longer receive wages from your employer, immediately send them a letter requesting to proceed with the payment within five working days.
- If you notice that the business is struggling and more creditors are appearing, immediately contact us.
- Ensure you contact us in good time. If there is indeed an inability to pay, you will only receive your wages for 13 weeks prior to the termination date.
- If the company closes, immediately contact us and register as a job seeker at www.werk.nl.