Lawsuit against Riverty
The Consumer Council has filed a lawsuit against Riverty because the company has collected illegal invoice fees from consumers.
The Norwegian Consumer Council has filed a lawsuit against Riverty for charging consumers illegal invoice fees.
If the court rules in our favor, consumers may be entitled to a refund of these fees.
Investigations show that companies like Riverty Norway AS have charged invoice fees that exceed the actual cost of producing and sending them. This is not allowed under the Financial Agreements Act.
This is a class action lawsuit, which must be approved by the court before it can proceed. In May 2025, the Oslo District Court approved the case to move forward as a class action. Riverty appealed the decision in early June.
What you need to know about the class action
The Consumer Council is taking legal action against Riverty for charging invoice fees that are higher than the actual cost of issuing them. This applies to claims Riverty has purchased from several parking companies.
The goal is to ensure consumers are refunded what they’re owed and to encourage all companies to follow the law.
The law is clear: if it costs 1 or 10 kroner to issue an invoice, the fee must be 1 or 10 kroner—no more.
Riverty collects parking fees and fines on behalf of several major parking companies in Norway.
While the fees may seem small individually, they represent significant income for the companies when added up.
What is a class action?
A class action allows people with similar claims against the same company to join together in one lawsuit. The group is represented by a single party—in this case, the Consumer Council.
This type of lawsuit is especially useful when the amount of money involved is too small for individuals to take legal action on their own.
Am I included in the lawsuit?
You are automatically included if:
- You parked as a consumer at any time between January 1, 2023, and the final court ruling.
- You paid an invoice fee to Riverty that is covered by the lawsuit.
Do I need to do anything?
No. The Consumer Council is handling the case and covering all legal costs.
You can follow updates on our website. We’ll let you know when the case is resolved.
Please note that the process may take time—possibly several years.
If the Consumer Council wins, you may be entitled to a refund. We’ll publish instructions on how to claim your money once the case is finalized.
Can I opt out of the lawsuit?
Yes. This is an opt-out class action, which means you’re included unless you actively choose to leave.
To opt out, contact the Oslo District Court, which keeps the official opt-out register
What if the consumer council loses?
Nothing happens to you. The Consumer Council covers all costs. The only consequence is that you won’t be able to claim a refund.
How much can I get back?
That depends on how many invoices you paid and when you paid them.
When will I get my money back if the case is successful?
We can’t say for sure yet. The legal process may take time, so any potential refund could be delayed.
How long will the case take?
It depends on whether the case is appealed to higher courts. We’ll keep you updated as the case progresses.