Brussels Ukraïna Review Edition 4

Factually Cohabiting in Belgium? Risks and Solutions

More and more couples are choosing to live together in a ‘factual’ cohabitation. Although this offers flexibility (marriage or registered cohabitation involves some formalities), this form of cohabitation carries legal risks that are often overlooked. What happens if the relationship ends, or one partner passes away? This blog outlines the most common issues and highlights some solutions to help those in factual cohabitation better protect their rights and avoid uncertainties.

International Tax Law Firm of the Year 2023 in Belgium - Global Law Experts (UK)

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A Hot Topic: The Liability of Asbestos Experts and Their Insurance

The Flemish Government (one of the 3 Regions in Belgium) aims to make Flanders asbestos-safe by 2040. Since 2022, an asbestos certificate has been mandatory for the sale of properties built before 2001. To obtain such a certificate, an asbestos inventory must first be conducted by a certified asbestos expert. But are these experts required to be insured? How long can they be held liable? Are there hidden issues? This blog sheds new light on these questions.