Elin Andreassen - Associate Lawyer
What do authorities look for during workplace inspections in Norway?
Norwegian authorities are stepping up enforcement. In 2025, the Labour Inspection Authority (Arbeidstilsynet), NAV, the Tax Administration, and other agencies ...
Preparing for increased workplace inspections in Norway 2025
In 2025, Norway is intensifying its efforts to combat labor crime, social dumping, and employer non-compliance. The Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority ...
What are justifiable grounds for downsizing employees?
As an employer, you may face situations where downsizing becomes necessary. Market changes, reorganizations, technological developments, or economic challenges ...
Public holidays in Norway: Rules for salary and work hours
Norway has several public holidays, many of which fall on regular workdays. For employers, it’s crucial to understand the specific regulations that apply to ...
Oslo Court's decision in the Wolt case: Contractor vs. Employee
The Oslo District Court recently considered whether bicycle couriers delivering food via the Wolt platform should be classified as employees or independent ...
Wage changes in Norway 2025: Key updates for employers
In Norway, collective bargaining agreements are revised either through main negotiations or interim settlements. This spring, the 2025 interim settlement ...
Employers' Occupational Injury Insurance in Norway
Hiring employees in Norway comes with important legal responsibilities. Employers must comply with strict labor law regulations—and failure to do so can result ...
Key considerations for drafting Norwegian employment contracts
As an employer in Norway, you are obliged to draw up a written employment contract in all employment relationships, and there are specific legal requirements ...
7 essential steps in the Norwegian layoff process
Businesses are not immune to shifting markets and economic downturns. When order volumes decline, or future contracts become uncertain, temporary layoffs—known ...
Mandatory workplace regulations in Norway – are yours in place?
The workplace regulation governs the daily operations within the company and is designed to protect the rights and obligations of both the employer and the ...
New rules on approval of staffing enterprises from 2024
From January 1, 2024, the current system of registering staffing enterprises will be removed and replaced with an approval system. This means that staffing ...