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Administrative law8 min read

French Healthcare System 2026: Rights, Carte Vitale and Reimbursements

Navigate the French healthcare system in 2026. Learn about Sécurité sociale, carte vitale, mutuelle, reimbursement rates, and Complémentaire Santé Solidaire (CSS).

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March 14, 2026

Employment law8 min read

Wrongful Dismissal in France 2026: Your Rights and How to Claim

Understand wrongful dismissal in France in 2026. Learn about licenciement abusif, the Macron scale, conseil de prud'hommes procedure, and severance pay calculation.

March 14, 2026

Family law9 min read

French Inheritance Law 2026: Forced Heirship, Tax and Succession Planning

Understand French inheritance law in 2026: forced heirship rules, quotité disponible, inheritance tax rates, and cross-border succession under EU Regulation 650/2012.

March 14, 2026

Housing law9 min read

Buying Property in France 2026: Legal Process and Notaire Fees

Step-by-step guide to buying property in France in 2026. Compromis de vente, 10-day cooling-off period, notaire fees, SCI structure, and mortgage rules explained.

March 14, 2026

Administrative law9 min read

Starting a Business in France 2026: Legal Structures Compared

Compare French business structures in 2026: auto-entrepreneur, SASU, SARL, SAS, and more. Registration process, social charges, and tax implications explained.

March 14, 2026

Employment law8 min read

French Employment Law 2026: Essential Guide for Expats and Workers

Understand French employment law in 2026: CDI vs CDD contracts, 35-hour workweek, RTT days, paid leave, and dismissal protections under the Code du travail.

March 14, 2026

Housing law9 min read

Renting an Apartment in France 2026: Tenant Rights and Legal Guide

Complete guide to renting in France in 2026. Learn about Loi ALUR, deposit limits, notice periods, rent control, état des lieux, and tenant protections.

March 14, 2026

Administrative law9 min read

French Tax System Explained: Income Tax, TVA and Social Charges 2026

Understand the French tax system in 2026: income tax brackets, prélèvement à la source, CSG/CRDS, TVA rates, and available tax credits for residents.

March 14, 2026

Family law9 min read

Getting Divorced in France 2026: Procedures, Costs and Timeline

Guide to divorce in France for expats in 2026. Learn about the 4 types of divorce, mutual consent procedure, costs, timeline, and international considerations.

March 14, 2026

Consumer law8 min read

Consumer Rights in France 2026: Returns, Warranties and Disputes

Know your consumer rights in France in 2026. Learn about the 14-day withdrawal right, 2-year legal guarantee, mediation, and DGCCRF complaint procedures.

March 14, 2026

Housing law7 min read

Tenant Rights in Belgium: Brussels, Wallonia & Flanders Guide 2026

Know your rights as a tenant in Belgium. Regional housing codes, rent indexation rules, deposit protections, and repair obligations explained.

March 11, 2026

Housing law7 min read

How to Terminate a Lease in Belgium: Notice Periods & Procedures

Step-by-step guide to terminating a residential lease in Belgium. Regional rules for Brussels, Wallonia, and Flanders with notice periods.

March 11, 2026

Administrative law7 min read

How to Contest a Traffic Fine in Belgium: Complete Legal Guide 2026

Learn how to legally contest a traffic fine in Belgium. Step-by-step guide covering deadlines, procedures, and Belgian traffic law articles.

March 11, 2026

Consumer law6 min read

How to Write a Formal Notice Letter (Mise en Demeure) in Belgium

Complete guide to writing a legally valid formal notice letter in Belgium. Templates, legal requirements, and consumer rights under EU law.

March 11, 2026

Employment law8 min read

Severance Pay Calculation in Belgium: Loi Peeters Guide 2026

Calculate your severance pay in Belgium under the Loi Peeters (2013). Notice periods, compensation formulas, and employee rights explained.

March 11, 2026

Family law7 min read

Child Support Calculation in Belgium: Article 203 Civil Code Guide

How child support (pension alimentaire) is calculated in Belgium. Article 203 Civil Code, income-based formulas, and court procedures.

March 11, 2026

Administrative law6 min read

Legal Aid in Belgium 2026: Eligibility, Procedure & Income Thresholds

Complete guide to legal aid (aide juridique) in Belgium 2026. Income thresholds, application procedure, and Bureau d'Aide Juridique explained.

March 11, 2026

Employment law6 min read

Notice Period for Resignation in Belgium: Complete Guide 2026

Calculate your notice period when resigning in Belgium. Loi Peeters rules, counter-notice, and gardening leave explained for employees.

March 11, 2026

Employment law7 min read

Unfair Dismissal in Belgium: Your Rights & Legal Remedies 2026

Know your rights if unfairly dismissed in Belgium. CBA No. 109, manifestly unreasonable dismissal, compensation, and legal procedures.

March 11, 2026

Administrative law8 min read

Your GDPR Data Privacy Rights: Complete EU Guide 2026

Understand your GDPR rights under Regulation 2016/679. Right to erasure, data portability, and how to file a complaint with the Belgian DPA.

March 11, 2026

Administrative law7 min read

Getting a Residence Permit in France: Complete Guide for 2026

Everything you need to know about obtaining a French residence permit (titre de séjour) in 2026 — types of permits, the préfecture process, required documents, and appeal rights under CESEDA.

March 8, 2026

Family law8 min read

Divorce and Child Custody in France: What Expats Need to Know

A comprehensive guide to French divorce procedures and child custody rules for expats — covering the four types of divorce, pension alimentaire, shared custody under Art. 373-2-9 CC, and international aspects.

February 27, 2026

Consumer law6 min read

Online Shopping in Europe: Your Consumer Protection Rights in 2026

Understand your EU consumer protection rights when shopping online — including the 14-day withdrawal period, warranty rules, and remedies for defective goods under the Consumer Rights Directive.

February 14, 2026

Housing law6 min read

Tenant Rights Across Europe: France, Belgium, Germany and Romania

Compare tenant protections across four European countries — from deposit limits and notice periods to rent controls and eviction rules under French, Belgian, German, and Romanian housing law.

February 3, 2026

Employment law7 min read

Employee Rights When Facing Dismissal in the EU: A Practical Guide

A comparative guide to employee dismissal protections across France, Germany, and Belgium — covering severance pay, notice periods, and unfair dismissal remedies under EU and national law.

January 18, 2026