HK Gig Workers: Soldiers without Armour
By Erica So, Trainee Solicitor and Sapphire Wong, Summer Intern, Ravenscroft & Schmierer The 'Gig Economy' is a free-market system, where people engage in...
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Gender pay survey highlights recent legal developments
DLA Piper’s 2022 Gender Pay Transparency International Survey has highlighted the recent developments across the globe in regard to laws targeting gender pay gaps....
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WFH for 20% less – law firm
A London-based law firm has made headlines as it has offered staff the option to permanently work from home but pay them 20% less...
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HK worker sues for being fired over COVID infection
A Hong Kong worker has taken legal action against a FinTech company over a revocation of an employment offer after he contracted COVID-19 before...
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HK EO changes: what HR needs to know
Key Changes A city-wide ‘vaccine pass’ will launch on 24 February covering a total of 23 workplaces including cinemas, restaurants, malls, wet markets, department...
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China’s Provinces Implement New Changes to Parental Leave
From Johnny Choi & Xu Zhou, DLA Piper Following the introduction of the three-child policy on 31 May 2021 and the release of the...
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HR consolidation boosts compliance
Why using a single partner for payroll, accounting and tax services enhances efficiency, compliance and minimises risks. The challenge Brocade, a US tech company...
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Hong Kong Vaccine Bubble for Catering Businesses
by Hong Tran, Partner, Mayer Brown and Co-Firm Practice Leader of the global Employment and Benefits Group New COVID-19 social distancing rules commenced on...
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Employee vaccination – legal notes for employers
Hong Kong's COVID-19 Vaccination Programme: Employer Considerations By Matthew Durham, Registered Foreign Lawyer, Gall The Hong Kong Government has commenced implementation of its COVID-19...
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