Whistleblower Act

The boundary between employees and self-employed individuals is a cornerstone of employment law. This is because only employees are covered by central employment laws – including the Salaried Employees Act, the Holiday Act, the Working Hours Act and the Employment Contracts Act – and in many cases also by collective agreements. An incorrect classification can […]

Illness is generally considered a legal absence and therefore gives employees the right to be absent from the workplace. Salaried employees are entitled to full pay during illness and the same applies to many employees covered by a collective agreement. However, this rule is not without exceptions; because if the illness is self-inflicted – caused […]

We are thrilled to announce that Mette Klingsten has been ranked as a leading lawyer in employment law by the esteemed Chambers & Partners in their 2025 European Guide. This marks Mette’s 19th year as a ranked lawyer by Chambers. Chambers Europe evaluates the leading laywers and law firms throughout Europe, aiding companies and individuals […]