Contractual Notice Period: What You Need to Know

Questioner

Good evening, Is there a statutory notice period applicable to a 4-hour contract in the event of interim termination by the employee of a fixed-term contract? Gr. MV

Lawyer

A fixed-term contract simply expires without the need for termination. Interim termination is usually not possible unless stated.

Questioner

My contract states that I can cancel at any time, but I don't see anything about a notice period. Is there a legal notice period for a fixed-term 4-hour contract? Gr. MV

Lawyer

It is possible that this provision is included 'by accident' and that is not very nice. But in the other case the notice period should also be mentioned.

Lawyer

In case of interim termination, your notice period is 1 month. If the notice period is not met, the employer can theoretically claim compensation. It is polite to include the option to cancel. If you wish, you can contact us without any obligation.

Questioner

Thanks for the answer. So 1 month notice period is legally established? Gr. MV

Lawyer

That is how it is under employment law.