by Willem de Boer | Ask the Expert, Do You Need Help, Legal, New to Amsterdam
Dutch legal expert Willem de Boer helps explain legal aid in the Netherlands. The Raad voor Rechtsbijstand (Legal Aid Board) was instituted by the Minister of Justice (Lord High Chancellor). Its aim is to make sure you will have legal representation should you require...
by Eowyn Crisfield | Ask the Expert, Children, Education
Our resident expert on multilingualism discusses the best practices for introducing a second language to your child. Q. We are Dutch, but want to teach our child English. Do you have any tips or strategy for us? What approach you take to introducing a second...
by Eowyn Crisfield and Editorial Team | Ask the Expert, Children, Education
Amsterdam Mamas’ expert on bilingualism answers questions from the community. Q: My son is growing up with multiple languages. Is it possible that he learns three languages at the same level (as good as native)? How many languages can a...
by Jenny Juist-Morrice | Ask the Expert, Legal, Shopping
This helpful overview will guide you through your rights as a consumer in The Netherlands. What is a consumenten koop (consumer purchase)? We speak of a consumenten koop (consumer purchase) if a consumer buys a product from a seller, for example a shop. The...
by Margreet de Boer | Ask the Expert, Do You Need Help, Health, Legal
Lawyer Margreet de Boer discusses your obligations – both moral and legal – when confronted with possible domestic violence or child abuse in the Netherlands. Your Obligations The risk of asking a lawyer the question: “What should we do when we suspect a neighbour is...