Labor Law

A representative office using temporary workers is challenging and more burdensome than direct employment, as agencies in practice release all responsibility after workers have been placed. Legal reforms have not clarified the situation, which means it may be time for investors to switch to a WFOE

A representative office using temporary workers is challenging and more burdensome than direct employment, as agencies in practice release all responsibility after workers have been placed. Legal reforms have not clarified the situation, which means it may be time for investors to switch to a WFOE

Process for assessment of occupational diseases simplified for workers.

A worker may request for 30% of his/her average wage for performance of non-compete obligation.

Using labour dispatch workers is a well-established and popular model in China, but the system has been difficult to regulate effectively. The latest amendments to the Employment Contract Law are a step forward, but enforcement remains crucial

Using labour dispatch workers is a well-established and popular model in China, but the system has been difficult to regulate effectively. The latest amendments to the Employment Contract Law are a step forward, but enforcement remains crucial

Interpretation gives definition to labour remuneration.

An Opinion from the Supreme People's Court over employment contracts has given welcome guidance on non-compete compensation amounts and deals with some of the most common labour dispute problems

An Opinion from the Supreme People's Court over employment contracts has given welcome guidance on non-compete compensation amounts and deals with some of the most common labour dispute problems