Second opinion UWV: Ask and receive advice

Questioner

A question about requesting a second opinion from the UWV for an occupational health and safety report. I do not agree with the occupational health report and the employer says: ask for a second opinion from the UWV. If it turns out that we are completely wrong and the UWV agrees with you, then we are prepared to pay the costs. Can this be done this way?

Lawyer

Yes, that is allowed. It is the doctor who gives advice. You can request a second opinion from the UWV if you do not agree (this also applies to your employer). A so-called expert opinion. Labor law is my specialty and I am happy to help you with this. Please feel free to contact me without obligation.

Questioner

But if I apply to the UWV I pay. Suppose they agree with me, how will my employer give me back the money? It won't just be deposited into my account I think.

Lawyer

I advise you to record the agreement with the employer. If necessary, you can then have the costs recovered from the employer. An employee pays €100. An employer pays €400.