Vorderingsgerechtigde

Vorderingsgerechtigde is a Dutch legal term that translates to "claimant" or "creditor" in English. It refers to a person or entity that has a legal right to demand performance or payment from another party. This right, known as a "vordering" or "claim," typically arises from a contract, tort, or other legal obligation. The vorderingsgerechtigde has the power to enforce their claim through legal means if the debtor fails to meet their obligations.

The vorderingsgerechtigde can be an individual, a company, or any legal person. Their claim can be for various things, such as the payment of a sum of money, the delivery of goods, the performance of a service, or the cessation of a certain action. The specific nature of the claim will determine the legal remedies available to the vorderingsgerechtigde.

In legal proceedings, the vorderingsgerechtigde is the party initiating the action, seeking to have their rights recognized and enforced by a court. They bear the burden of proving the existence and validity of their claim. The opposing party is known as the "verschuldigde" or "debtor," who is legally bound to fulfill the obligation. The concept of vorderingsgerechtigde is fundamental to contract law and the enforcement of legal rights and obligations within the Dutch legal system.