The offence of employing a foreigner without

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

The offence of employing a foreigner without a salaried work permit necessarily causes direct and personal harm to the irregularly employed foreign worker. Therefore, the Court of Appeal is justified in its decision when, after finding the defendant guilty of employing a foreigner without a work permit, it orders him to compensate the moral damage suffered by that employee.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for bringing an appeal
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, correspondence)
• Think ahead: preventive advice is always cheaper than litigation.

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