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On the basis of client feedback and market research, Chambers and Partners compiles rankings of law firms and lawyers. They have now published their European Guide 2023, and we are proud to share that we are ranked both individually and within several of our practice areas.

The draft directive on corporate sustainability due diligence (“CSDD-directive”) is still in the making, but with a draft from the European Commission and the Council of the European Union negotiating position established, we have compared the obligations in the draft directive with the obligations following from the Norwegian Transparency Act.

Can an employer require employees to wear pants, even if the employee’s religion requires wearing a skirt? The Borgarting Court addressed this issue in a new ruling this week.

With our rapid expansion within the transaction market it was of the greatest importance to strengthen our team with one of the most competent lawyers in the field in Norway.

The Norwegian labour authorities have tightened the rules for hiring workers from temporary employment agencies.

New provisions regarding part-time employees came into effect on January 1, 2023. The changes entail that part-time employees have priority over external hiring within the enterprise. The priority right is also extended to include extra shifts and similar short-term work. Additionally, employers are required to document in writing the need for part-time employment and to discuss with union repre-sentatives before making decisions about part-time employment.

Digital service providers must adapt their terms and routines to new legislation from 1st January 2023

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With record-high electricity prices and low development costs, solar power has become a rapidly growing market over the past year.