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In Dutch law, a compromise agreement is governed by Article 7:900 of the Civil Code. By entering into such an agreement, the parties determine a legal consequence that is uncertain or disputed between them, thereby definitively regulating their legal relationship without judicial intervention.

The agreement is relevant in that it enables the parties to remove uncertainty and avoid further proceedings or disputes. It has binding effect and may result in an amicable settlement that creates legal certainty for both parties.

In practice, compromise agreements are frequently used in employment disputes, commercial conflicts or family matters to achieve a final resolution without protracted legal proceedings.