The fact that a property sold “as is” had previously been infested with silverfish did not entitle the buyers to a price reduction. This was established in a recent judgment by the Supreme Court. The sellers had remedied...
Atle Melø29. March 2021
These days, everyone in Norway is receiving their tax return for 2020, yet only about half of the population says they know what to do if they have financial interests abroad. Do you own a holiday home overseas? ...
Atle Melø22. March 2021
The rules governing non-compete clauses in employment relationships are set out in Chapter 14 A of the Norwegian Working Environment Act. These provisions regulate the validity of non-compete clauses agreed between employers and employees. However, the Act does not specify...
Atle Melø17. March 2021
This article is of an older date, and its content may therefore be outdated. We recommend seeking specific legal advice before taking any action. In disputes concerning the lawfulness of...
Atle Melø5. March 2021
Inadequate work performance may, depending on the circumstances, constitute valid grounds for dismissal. Whether poor performance justifies dismissal must be assessed on a case-by-case basis. The key question is whether the employee’s...
Atle Melø22. February 2021
International double taxation is not prohibited under general international law, nor is it prevented by international law. Nevertheless, there is broad agreement that such double taxation is undesirable. As a result, both national...
Atle Melø14. February 2021