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WGA Phases Rijswijk: Overview and Explanation

Discover the WGA phases in Rijswijk: duration, benefits, and rules for partial work disability. Including local information on the Rechtbank Den Haag and Juridisch Loket.

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WGA Phases Rijswijk: Overview and Explanation

The **WGA phases** in Rijswijk regulate the duration and conditions of your **WGA benefit** in case of partial work disability. This article provides an overview of the phases, your rights and obligations, plus local contact points at the Rechtbank Den Haag and Juridisch Loket Rijswijk.

What do the WGA phases entail?

The **WGA benefit** (Work and Income according to Labor Capacity Act) applies to residents of Rijswijk who are partially work disabled and can no longer work full-time. The benefit has three phases with specific rules, as laid down in the **Work and Assistance Act (WWB)** and **Work Disability Insurance Act (WAO/WGA)**. Each phase determines the benefit amount, duration, and your effort obligations.

Legal basis

The WGA phases are legally anchored in:

  • Articles 37-42 Work and Assistance Act (WWB): Basic rules for WGA benefits.
  • Articles 12-15 Work Disability Insurance Act (WAO/WGA): Phasing provisions.
  • Work Disability Insurance Decree (BAO): Practical rules for calculations and implementation.
For Rijswijk, disputes fall under the jurisdiction of the Rechtbank Den Haag (district).

Overview of the three WGA phases

Below is a table with the three phases, including duration, benefit, and obligations for residents of Rijswijk:

Phase Duration Benefit Obligations
Phase 1: Entry Phase Max. 2 years 70% of your previous salary (up to maximum daily wage).
  • Actively seek work in Rijswijk and surrounding areas.
  • Cooperate in UWV programs such as reintegration.
  • No direct job acceptance obligation.
Phase 2: Stabilization Phase Max. 3 years 70% previous salary with gradual reduction.
  • Continue applying for jobs and networking.
  • Participation in training, internships, or retraining via UWV.
  • Refusal of suitable work leads to reduction.
Phase 3: Exit Phase Max. 5 years Gradual phase-out with 10% per year down to 0%.
  • Full cooperation in reintegration required.
  • Refusal of suitable employment terminates the benefit.
  • Possible transition to social assistance via Rijswijk municipality.

Practical examples for Rijswijk

Two examples specific to situations in Rijswijk:

Example 1: Entry Phase

Case: Pieter (48) from Rijswijk is declared partially work disabled after an accident. He can perform 40% of his old job. UWV starts phase 1.

Consequences:

  • Benefit: 70% of €2,800 gross (approx. €1,960).
  • UWV plan: job applications with local employers in Rijswijk/ZH.
  • After 2 years evaluation; progression to phase 2 if insufficient recovery.

Example 2: Exit Phase

Case: Fatima (52) from Rijswijk has been in WGA for 5 years and starts phase 3 after failed reintegration.

Consequences:

  • Phase-out: 60% → 50% → 40% → 30% → 20% → 10% → 0% over 5 years.
  • Obliged to apply for jobs via UWV and Werkplein Rijswijk.
  • At 0%: application for social assistance benefit at Rijswijk municipality.

Local support in Rijswijk

  • Rechtbank Den Haag (Laan van Wateringsveld 67, Rijswijk): Handles WGA objections.
  • Juridisch Loket Rijswijk (Herenstraat 4): Free advice on benefits and rights.
  • Contact in case of doubt about phases or sanctions.

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