How to Execute the Contract in China Properly?

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Once both parties agree on all the terms and conditions of the contract, then comes the next step—signing the contract. To execute a contract properly is as important as preparing the contract.  A contract can only be binding once it’s properly executed. Or in other words, a contract is invalid…

The Way out for Training Centers

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On the 1st of August 2021, we shared the Opinions on Further Easing the Burden of Homework and Off-campus Training on Students in Compulsory Education Stage released on the 24th of July 2021, by the General Office of the CPC Central Committee and the General Office of the State Council.…

What Else Could Be included in an Employment Contract?

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In our previous blog: Employment Contract—Specify Terms as Could, we mentioned that an employment contract has to contain some “essential clauses” and employers actually have not so much choice in specifying such clauses.  However, the company is still entitled to specify some clauses for their benefit. 1. Additional clauses: Such…

How to Avoid Employment Disputes during the Probation Period?

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According to the opinions on issues relating to the implementation of the Labor law of the PRC given by the former Ministry of Labor, “the purpose of the probation period is for mutual inspection and choice by the employer and the employee and should not be more than six months.”…

What to do When an Employee Illegally Terminates a Labor Contract?

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The Labor Contract Law clearly stipulates the procedures for employers and employees to terminate the employment contracts ( you may visit our post: Can a Company Fire an Employee Who Failed to Tell the Truth? for more information ). In addition, the law provides specific legal liability (paying compensation to…