Uitkering van cessantia in Aruba

Cessantia is een eenmalige uitkering in geld die in het algemeen door de werkgever betaald wordt aan de werknemer bij het einde van zijn/haar dienstverband. Deze uitkering is conform de Cessantia-verordening (P.B. 1983 no. 85) gebaseerd op het laatstgenoten loon van de werknemer. De uitkering is bedoeld om de werknemer (tijdelijk) te compenseren voor de immateriële schade die de werknemer lijdt door het ontslag en het verlies van anciënniteit.

Recht op bijstand van een advocaat bij het politieverhoor in Aruba

In een recent arrest van 14 oktober 2010 (Brusco vs Frankrijk) is door het Europees Hof voor de Rechten van de Mens (EHRM) geoordeeld dat aangehouden volwassen verdachten op grond van artikel 6 van het Europees Verdrag voor de Rechten van de Mens (EVRM) recht hebben op bijstand van een advocaat vóór en tijdens het eerste politieverhoor en tijdens de volgende politieverhoren. Dit om het recht op een eerlijk proces te garanderen.

The position of a victim of a crime during a criminal trial

Many people here in Aruba don’t know their rights when they have been a victim of a crime and/or what actions a victim can take during a criminal trial.

Anyone who has suffered damage as a result of a crime can inform the police he wants to be considered as a “damaged party”. A police officer is obligated to receive such notice from a victim. The victim can also inform the police officer that he or she wants to submit a claim for damages as a result of the crime and that he or she wants to receive information about the trial.

Termination of employment in Aruba

The civil code of Aruba regulates the different ways an employment contract can end. These are:

1. Termination by operation of the law
2. Termination with mutual consent
3. Termination by one party
4. Dissolutionof the contract by a judge

Director’s license and the Dutch American Friendship Treaty

The administrative court of the Netherlands Antilles located in Sint Maarten, recently held a hearing regarding the denial of a director’s license which was requested on behalf of a U.S. national.

The U.S. national argued that his petition needed to be evaluated in accordance with the regulations applicable to a petition submitted by a European Dutch national. 

Elements needed for an employment contract

Parties who enter into a contract to perform labor against payment can choose different ways to define their relation. One way is to define the relationship as one between an employer and an employee, thus where parties enter into an employment contract.

Rights in Aruba while in custody

When you are about to be questioned while in custody, the police should inform you of the reason why you are being detained. You should also be informed of your rights. These are:

Exceeding your tourist stay in Aruba

After their arrival in Aruba tourists must go through immigration. The immigration officer will decide if a tourist is allowed to enter Aruba and decide on the period the tourist is allowed to stay in Aruba. Exceeding the period of stay given to you may lead to deportation which may be combined with a period of at least 18 months during which you will not be allowed to enter Aruba. In some cases tourists can request for an extention of their stay in Aruba. To see if you qualify for an extended stay contact us at www.gobiklaw.com.

Liability when terminating an employment contract

The notice period in Aruba in accordance with the law is at least the period between two salaries. However, both an employer and an employee can terminate the employment contract without a notice period or the correct notice period. Depending on the duration of the employment a different notice period may be applicable. It is important to terminate the employment contract with the correct notice period. If the employer or employee terminates the employment prematurely they may be liable to pay damages. For assistance in this matter contact us at www.gobiklaw.com.

Bryan Coffie

Attorney-at-law

Enjoy Aruba for 6 months worry free

Recent changes in Aruban law now allow tourists to stay up to 180 days in Aruba per calendar year instead of the normal amount of 30 days. In order to qualify for an extended stay of 180 days one must apply for such stay at the time of clearing immigration in Aruba. Those owning real estate, time share or yachts in Aruba can qualify for such a stay, others can qualify to stay up to 90 days. Keep in mind that a valid travel document and depending on the country of origin a visa may be required. Exceeding the 180 day period could have consequences for your legal and tax status on the island. To see if you qualify for an extended stay contact us at www.gobiklaw.com.

Bryan Coffie

Attorney-at-law