What exactly does the UWV check in a settlement agreement?

The UWV assesses whether you have become involuntarily unemployed and whether the agreement meets the legal conditions for WW benefits. In doing so, the UWV looks at, among other things:

• Whether the initiative for dismissal lies with the employer;
• Whether there is no culpable behaviour or an urgent reason;
• Whether the statutory notice period is correctly included;
• Whether you are available to work after the end date.