An employer’s duty to ensure that working conditions are safe and health applies not only to the physical environment but also to the psychological work environment. Mental health issues/psychological harm caused by the work environment — including harassment, bullying, or lack of managerial support — can in some cases give rise to claims for compensation […]

On 2 May 2025, the Danish Supreme Court delivered an important ruling clarifying the scope of section 5 of the Danish Workers’ Compensation Act (arbejdsskadesikringsloven) in relation to injuries sustained while working from home. The Case An employer had instructed an employee to work from home during the COVID-19 pandemic but had not provided any […]

The Supreme Court: Dismissal as a result of planned fertility treatment constituted discrimination in violation of section 4 of the Equal Treatment Act On 15 April 2025, the Supreme Court ruled in a case concerning the dismissal of a female employee who was about to start fertility treatment. Shortly before her holiday, the employee informed […]

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 […]