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Your Advocate in Dealings with NAV
Our welfare system is a cornerstone of Norwegian society. NAV administers a variety of benefit schemes designed to provide security and assistance through all phases of life. However, the system is complex, with numerous laws, regulations, and circulars. Mistakes and misunderstandings occur, and it is easy to miss out on rights one is entitled to. Sterk Law Firm assists individuals in their interactions with NAV. Our lawyers are passionate about social security law and are up-to-date on all regulatory changes. We understand that decisions from NAV can have significant consequences for our clients' lives and finances. Therefore, we thoroughly examine each case and provide specific advice on what actions should be taken.
Our welfare system is a cornerstone of Norwegian society. NAV administers a variety of benefit schemes designed to provide security and assistance through all phases of life. However, the system is complex, with numerous laws, regulations, and circulars. Mistakes and misunderstandings occur, and it is easy to miss out on rights one is entitled to. Sterk Law Firm assists individuals in their interactions with NAV. Our lawyers are passionate about social security law and are up-to-date on all regulatory changes. We understand that decisions from NAV can have significant consequences for our clients' lives and finances. Therefore, we thoroughly examine each case and provide specific advice on what actions should be taken.
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Sterk Law Firm provides assistance in all types of social security cases. Our lawyers have a thorough understanding of the National Insurance Act and experience in handling complaints and appeals in cases with the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration (NAV). Whether you are applying for disability benefits, unemployment benefits, or parental benefits, we can guide you through the regulations and advise you on your rights. We have extensive experience in overturning incorrect decisions and ensuring our clients receive the benefits to which they are entitled.
Sterk Law Firm provides assistance in all types of social security cases. Our lawyers have a thorough understanding of the National Insurance Act and experience in handling complaints and appeals in cases with the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration (NAV). Whether you are applying for disability benefits, unemployment benefits, or parental benefits, we can guide you through the regulations and advise you on your rights. We have extensive experience in overturning incorrect decisions and ensuring our clients receive the benefits to which they are entitled.
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Mar 19, 2024
How to Appeal a Decision from NAV - A Step-by-Step Guide
Disagree with a NAV decision? Send your complaint to the office that made the decision, with a well-reasoned justification.
Mar 19, 2024
How to Appeal a Decision from NAV - A Step-by-Step Guide
Disagree with a NAV decision? Send your complaint to the office that made the decision, with a well-reasoned justification.
Jul 10, 2023
NAV Rejection: The Appeals Process
Appealing a NAV decision? Explore the appeal process, learn about your rights, and the resources available to challenge such decisions.
Jul 10, 2023
NAV Rejection: The Appeals Process
Appealing a NAV decision? Explore the appeal process, learn about your rights, and the resources available to challenge such decisions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What does "guaranteed additional pension" mean for young disabled people?
Young people under 26 who become at least 50% disabled are guaranteed an additional pension to ensure a certain minimum income. The rate depends on the degree of disability.
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What does "guaranteed additional pension" mean for young disabled people?
Young people under 26 who become at least 50% disabled are guaranteed an additional pension to ensure a certain minimum income. The rate depends on the degree of disability.
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What does "guaranteed additional pension" mean for young disabled people?
Young people under 26 who become at least 50% disabled are guaranteed an additional pension to ensure a certain minimum income. The rate depends on the degree of disability.
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What do "earning capacity" and "work capacity" mean?
Earning capacity is your ability to earn income through work. Work capacity is your ability to perform income-generating work. These terms are important for the right to work assessment allowance (AAP) and disability benefits.
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What do "earning capacity" and "work capacity" mean?
Earning capacity is your ability to earn income through work. Work capacity is your ability to perform income-generating work. These terms are important for the right to work assessment allowance (AAP) and disability benefits.
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What do "earning capacity" and "work capacity" mean?
Earning capacity is your ability to earn income through work. Work capacity is your ability to perform income-generating work. These terms are important for the right to work assessment allowance (AAP) and disability benefits.
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What is the tax-free income allowance?
The exempt income amount (friinntekt) is an amount that disabled pensioners can earn without their benefits being reduced. In 2023, the general exempt income amount is 0.5 G (NOK 53,527). Anything above this reduces the benefits. Can one travel abroad while receiving benefits? As a general rule, one must reside in Norway to receive benefits. For certain benefits, one can apply to retain them during a stay abroad for up to 4 or 12 weeks.
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What is the tax-free income allowance?
The exempt income amount (friinntekt) is an amount that disabled pensioners can earn without their benefits being reduced. In 2023, the general exempt income amount is 0.5 G (NOK 53,527). Anything above this reduces the benefits. Can one travel abroad while receiving benefits? As a general rule, one must reside in Norway to receive benefits. For certain benefits, one can apply to retain them during a stay abroad for up to 4 or 12 weeks.
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What is the tax-free income allowance?
The exempt income amount (friinntekt) is an amount that disabled pensioners can earn without their benefits being reduced. In 2023, the general exempt income amount is 0.5 G (NOK 53,527). Anything above this reduces the benefits. Can one travel abroad while receiving benefits? As a general rule, one must reside in Norway to receive benefits. For certain benefits, one can apply to retain them during a stay abroad for up to 4 or 12 weeks.
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What is the waiting period?
The waiting period is a period from when you become ill until you are entitled to sick pay from NAV. Normally, this is the employer period of 16 days. Self-employed individuals may have a longer waiting period.
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What is the waiting period?
The waiting period is a period from when you become ill until you are entitled to sick pay from NAV. Normally, this is the employer period of 16 days. Self-employed individuals may have a longer waiting period.
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What is the waiting period?
The waiting period is a period from when you become ill until you are entitled to sick pay from NAV. Normally, this is the employer period of 16 days. Self-employed individuals may have a longer waiting period.
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What is recovery?
Recovery means that NAV demands repayment of all or part of a benefit they believe has been overpaid, for example, due to excessive income or changed circumstances.
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What is recovery?
Recovery means that NAV demands repayment of all or part of a benefit they believe has been overpaid, for example, due to excessive income or changed circumstances.
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What is recovery?
Recovery means that NAV demands repayment of all or part of a benefit they believe has been overpaid, for example, due to excessive income or changed circumstances.
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Who is a member of the National Insurance Scheme?
Everyone residing or working in Norway is a mandatory member of the National Insurance Scheme. EEA citizens and refugees have special rules. Membership provides rights and obligations.
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Who is a member of the National Insurance Scheme?
Everyone residing or working in Norway is a mandatory member of the National Insurance Scheme. EEA citizens and refugees have special rules. Membership provides rights and obligations.
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Who is a member of the National Insurance Scheme?
Everyone residing or working in Norway is a mandatory member of the National Insurance Scheme. EEA citizens and refugees have special rules. Membership provides rights and obligations.
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How long can one receive AAP?
AAP can be granted for up to 3 years, with the possibility of extension for an additional 2 years. The condition is that one is still undergoing active treatment or participating in work-related measures.
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How long can one receive AAP?
AAP can be granted for up to 3 years, with the possibility of extension for an additional 2 years. The condition is that one is still undergoing active treatment or participating in work-related measures.
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How long can one receive AAP?
AAP can be granted for up to 3 years, with the possibility of extension for an additional 2 years. The condition is that one is still undergoing active treatment or participating in work-related measures.
8
Can one appeal the decisions of the Social Security Court?
No, decisions of the National Insurance Court (Trygderetten) are final and cannot be appealed. However, one can bring the case to the Court of Appeal within 6 months if it concerns legal interpretation or procedural errors.
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Can one appeal the decisions of the Social Security Court?
No, decisions of the National Insurance Court (Trygderetten) are final and cannot be appealed. However, one can bring the case to the Court of Appeal within 6 months if it concerns legal interpretation or procedural errors.
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Can one appeal the decisions of the Social Security Court?
No, decisions of the National Insurance Court (Trygderetten) are final and cannot be appealed. However, one can bring the case to the Court of Appeal within 6 months if it concerns legal interpretation or procedural errors.
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Is it possible to apply for remission of recovery?
Yes, if recovery seems unreasonable, NAV may waive all or part of the claim according to the rules in the National Insurance Act § 22-15. It depends on a concrete assessment in each case.
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Is it possible to apply for remission of recovery?
Yes, if recovery seems unreasonable, NAV may waive all or part of the claim according to the rules in the National Insurance Act § 22-15. It depends on a concrete assessment in each case.
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Is it possible to apply for remission of recovery?
Yes, if recovery seems unreasonable, NAV may waive all or part of the claim according to the rules in the National Insurance Act § 22-15. It depends on a concrete assessment in each case.
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