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Sickness Benefits Act: voluntary dismissal

With **voluntary dismissal during Sickness Benefits** in Delft, you can resign yourself while you are ill. Learn about conditions, UWV rules and local assistance via Juridisch Loket Delft. Retain your benefit!

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Sickness Benefits Act: voluntary dismissal in Delft

**Voluntary dismissal during the Sickness Benefits Act** in the Delft region means that, while you are ill and receiving a Sickness Benefits benefit, you terminate your employment contract yourself. Reasons can range from conflicts to personal choices. For residents of Delft, the Juridisch Loket Delft offers free advice, and the District Court of The Hague (district) handles disputes. This article discusses the rules, consequences for your UWV benefit and steps to retain your rights.

What is voluntary dismissal during the Sickness Benefits Act?

Voluntary dismissal, or **termination by employee**, takes place during illness where you already have a Sickness Benefits benefit. The **Sickness Benefits Act (ZW)** compensates 70% of your salary (with maximum) if you cannot work due to illness. In Delft, you can go to the UWV office or Juridisch Loket Delft (Stationsplein 36, Delft) for personal guidance.

Legal basis

Important laws for voluntary dismissal under Sickness Benefits:

  • Sickness Benefits Act (ZW): Article 10 regulates entitlement to benefit (UWV assesses).
  • Civil Code Book 7: Termination by employee (art. 7:667-7:675 BW).
  • WIA: Relevant for long-term illness after ZW.
  • Implementation Decree Sickness Benefits Act: Additional conditions for benefit.

In the Delft region, this falls under the District Court of The Hague for legal proceedings.

When is there entitlement to Sickness Benefits after voluntary dismissal?

After termination, you may retain ZW benefit if the illness is independent of the dismissal. UWV checks this strictly. Report the change immediately to UWV via Mijn UWV or the office in Zoetermeer (accessible from Delft).

Conditions for Sickness Benefits after voluntary dismissal

ConditionExplanation
You are illMedical certificate via GP or occupational health physician required.
Sufficient employment historyAt least 26 weeks in 12 months prior to illness (or 52 for >65 years).
Illness independent of dismissalUWV tests whether illness existed before termination; otherwise sanction possible.
Timely reportingTermination in writing to employer and report to UWV within 2 days of illness.

Practical examples Delft region

Example 1: Personal reasons
Marie from Delft has been ill for 3 months (ZW benefit) and resigns due to relocation. Illness predates termination: UWV approves benefit. Contact Juridisch Loket Delft for confirmation.

Example 2: Conflict dispute
Ahmed reports sick, but resigns shortly after due to argument. UWV sees connection and stops benefit. File objection with District Court of The Hague (social affairs team).

What to do in Delft?

  1. Report illness to employer/UWV.
  2. Resign in writing with notice period.
  3. Submit ZW application to UWV.
  4. Seek help from Juridisch Loket Delft (free for low incomes).
  5. For objection: procedure via District Court of The Hague.

Note: Own fault can lead to sanctions (benefit reduction). Unique to Delft: Local occupational health services collaborate with UWV Zoetermeer.

Frequently asked questions

Do I get transition payment for voluntary dismissal? No, only for dismissal by employer.
How long Sickness Benefits after termination? Max. 104 weeks, if conditions met.
Need help? Call Juridisch Loket Delft: 0900-8020 or visit branch.