The Government of Norway tightens the regulations regarding staffing enteprises.
December 5th, The Norwegian Parliament (Stortinget) has processed a change in the Norwegian legislation
Erik Engeland - Lawyer
Erik works with labour law, social security and pension, tax, contract law and general business law. He has wide experience in assisting international companies doing business in Norway.
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