Dispute Resolution

In China, it is important to attempt to reach a negotiated settlement before starting litigation or arbitration proceedings. A recent court opinion highlights the possibility of using mediation in the event of a commercial dispute

A Shanghai court has dismissed an abuse of dominance case against two Chinese online entertainment companies, providing encouragement for dominant companies…

RouseMai [email protected] the end of 2008 the Hangzhou Intermediate People's Court ruled against a famous US footwear and apparel maker in a trade…

A Chinese court has for the first time enforced an award made in China by a foreign arbitral institution. The decision apparently follows a policy of limiting…

The Robinson Helicopters case finally ended in August when a Californian court upheld a PRC judgment. Although a positive development, this is unlikely to lead to Chinese courts enforcing US judgments

Recent high-profile US litigation has highlighted the need for stringent quality control when dealing with Chinese factories or exporters

Obtaining a foreign court judgment against a Chinese party is not much use if it can not be enforced in the PRC. Arbitration is the only realistic way of getting access to your debt

Obtaining a foreign court judgment against a Chinese party is not much use if it can not be enforced in the PRC. Arbitration is the only realistic way of getting access to your debt

Almost one-third of cases referred to the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission were settled through a combination of mediation…