Do we owe an additional amount in the event of cancellation?

Questioner

Good afternoon, I have a contract with a French photographer for our wedding in France next June. The contract does not mention cancellation. We have paid 30% in advance. If we cancel, do we owe an additional amount or how does this work when there is nothing in the contract? Greeting, Lauren

Lawyer

You are a consumer client, so Dutch law applies here. This means that you can withdraw the assignment at any time under the obligation to reimburse the costs already incurred and a reasonably determined lost wage. It is possible that the freed up time can be rebooked and the photographer also has advantages with your cancellation, certain costs that he does not incur. In addition, of course, there is also the situation of Corona, which means that you could possibly appeal to force majeure. I would just wait and see what the photographer proposes.