ILLN Newsletter September 2026: employment agreements vs independent contractor agreements

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When does an independent contractor actually qualify as an employee?

This edition of the monthly newsletter of the International Labour Law Network (ILLN) provides a comparative overview of the distinction between employees and independent contractors across several European jurisdictions.

The Dutch contribution was written by our colleague Fungai Millenaar and addresses the key considerations under Dutch employment law.

📖 Read the full newsletter here and discover more.

Author: Fungai Millenaar

Employment law matters require clarity and a well-considered legal strategy.
I assist employers, employees and works councils in complex employment law matters, including dismissal cases, reorganizations, employment disputes, employee participation matters and international employment relationships.
My role is to provide clients with clarity on their legal position and to guide them strategically in achieving their legal objectives. Based on genuine commitment, I work purposefully towards the effective representation of their interests. Clients can rely on a sharp and practical approach. I help my clients make well-considered legal decisions and achieve their legal goals.

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