Unlocking the Power of an Employment Handbook

We all know that having a written employment contract is crucial, but did you know that an Employment Handbook can be even more influential? Let me show you the ins and outs of this often underestimated gem now. 1. What’s Inside the Employment Handbook? Sure, an employment contract is a…

Distinctions: Confidentiality Agreement & Non-Competition Agreement

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In the realm of employer-employee relationships, it’s crucial to establish legal safeguards to protect trade secrets and prevent unauthorized disclosure. Two commonly used measures are the confidentiality agreement and the non-competition agreement ( You may check our previous post for more information: Non-competition Agreement in China Labor Law. However, these…

Top Ten Questions Foreign Employees May Have

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As a foreign employee working in China, you may encounter various legal issues. Here, we present the top ten frequently asked questions and provide answers below: 1. Q: Can employees terminate their employment contract without penalty? A: Yes, employees can legally terminate their employment contract by providing a 30-day written…

What to do in the event of a medical malpractice?

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The following is a general instruction we prepare in line with the Civil Code of the PRC: 1. How to collect evidence? If a patient believes that there is a medical malpractice, they should contact the medical affairs department(医务科)of the hospital as soon as possible to file a complaint and…

Foreigners’ Property Purchase Requirements and Documentation in China

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Before 2010, there were no strict restrictions on foreign individuals and organizations buying property in China. However, on November 4, 2010, the Ministry of Construction and the State Administration of Foreign Exchange issued a notice titled “Regulations on Further Standardizing the Management of Overseas Institutions and Individuals Purchasing Property,” which…

Draft Guidelines Against Cyberbullying Open for Public Feedback in China

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China has recently introduced a draft guideline aimed at combating cyberbullying, seeking public opinion and feedback. The legal document, jointly formulated by the Supreme People’s Court, the Supreme People’s Procuratorate, and the Ministry of Public Security, has been made available online for review. To gather input on the draft, the…