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Court Confirms Summary Dismissal Only For Fundamental Breach Or Gross Misconduct

In Hu v Alba Asia Limited [2025] HKCFI 2484, the High Court ruled on a dispute over the summary dismissal of a senior executive, involving allegations of misconduct and dishonesty in expense claims...

Hong Kong Employment

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Is It Marital Status Discrimination To Dismiss An Employee After His/her Spouse Left The Same Employer?

In Cheuk Kit Man v FWD Life Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited & others [2025] HKCFI 1369, the plaintiff ("Wife") and her husband ("Husband") were both insurance agents of defendant insurance company ("Company").

Hong Kong Employment

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ONC Lawyers

Former-employee Arrested For Doxxing Boss

A 54-year-old man was arrested by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data for allegedly doxxing his ex-boss in violation of Hong Kong data privacy laws.

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Working Mothers: Maternity Rights Under Hong Kong Law

Under Hong Kong Law a pregnant woman is entitled to maternity benefits from her employer, provided she is employed under a "continuous contract".

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

Hiring Foreign Domestic Helpers In Hong Kong, Pitfalls And Misconceptions

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

Court Dismisses Negligence Claim Against Employee And Vicarious Liability Claim Against Bank

Hong Kong Employment

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Criminal And Civil Remedies Available To Victims Of Sexual Harassment At Workplace

Hong Kong Employment

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ONC Lawyers

Increase In Hong Kong's Daily Medical Reimbursement Rates To Enhance Employees' Rights And Benefits

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

"You're Married To Him?!" Is It An Issue For Employers In Making Employment Decisions?

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

Legal Update – Is Stress An Injury: When Does 'Psychiatric Trauma' Amount To A Workplace Injury?

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

Key Employment Issues From The 2025 Policy Address

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

Hong Kong Increases Minimum Wage For Foreign Domestic Workers

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

The Changing Face Of Employment Law In APAC

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

PRC: Compliance Guidelines For Non-compete Restraints/中国：竞业限制合规指引

Hong Kong Employment

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

The Empire Strikes Back – Disney & Universal v Midjourney

Hong Kong Technology

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Haldanes

The Launch Of Digital Certificate Of Resident Status In The Hong Kong SAR

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KPMG

Novel Anti-Suit Injunction Application Fails: Hong Kong Courts Decline To Halt Cayman Liquidation Proceedings In Favour Of Arbitration, But The Court Of Appeal Leaves The Door Open In Future

Hong Kong Litigation

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Appleby

机器人企业赴港上市的机遇与最新动向分析

Hong Kong Commercial

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Beijing Jincheng Tongda & Neal Law Firm

Who Says Crime Doesn't Pay? Risks Of Indemnification Provisions In M&A Deals

Hong Kong Media & IT

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Haldanes

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Court Confirms Summary Dismissal Only For Fundamental Breach Or Gross Misconduct

In Hu v Alba Asia Limited [2025] HKCFI 2484, the High Court ruled on a dispute over the summary dismissal of a senior executive, involving allegations of misconduct and dishonesty in expense claims...

Hong Kong Employment

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Hiring Foreign Domestic Helpers In Hong Kong, Pitfalls And Misconceptions

In Hong Kong when most people mention "helpers" they actually mean a "Foreign Domestic Helper" ("FDH") employed from overseas via a recruitment agency or directly via an advertisement or referrals.

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

"You're Married To Him?!" Is It An Issue For Employers In Making Employment Decisions?

A person's "marital status" is one of the protected characteristics under the Sex Discrimination Ordinance ("SDO").

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

The Changing Face Of Employment Law In APAC

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

PRC: Compliance Guidelines For Non-compete Restraints/中国：竞业限制合规指引

Hong Kong Employment

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Navigating Legal Rights: Can Seafarers Refuse To Sail Through Conflict Zones?

Hong Kong Employment

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ONC Lawyers

Can Termination Of A Fixed-term Employment Contract During Sick Leave Constitute Dismissal?

Hong Kong Employment

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ONC Lawyers

Company Failed In Its Action Against Director And His Son Who Set Up A Rivalry Business. Why?

Hong Kong Commercial

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ONC Lawyers

Gig Economy And Gig Workers – Evolving Compliance Needs For Employers In Hong Kong And Mainland PRC

Hong Kong Employment

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Withers LLP

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Discrimination, Disability & Sexual Harassment

Is It Marital Status Discrimination To Dismiss An Employee After His/her Spouse Left The Same Employer?

In Cheuk Kit Man v FWD Life Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited & others [2025] HKCFI 1369, the plaintiff ("Wife") and her husband ("Husband") were both insurance agents of defendant insurance company ("Company").

Hong Kong Employment

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ONC Lawyers

Working Mothers: Maternity Rights Under Hong Kong Law

Under Hong Kong Law a pregnant woman is entitled to maternity benefits from her employer, provided she is employed under a "continuous contract".

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

Criminal And Civil Remedies Available To Victims Of Sexual Harassment At Workplace

Victims of sexual harassment at workplace are protected by both the criminal law and specific anti-discrimination legislation. Understanding the legal options available is crucial for employees, employers, and anyone seeking to foster a safe working environment.

Hong Kong Employment

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ONC Lawyers

"You're Married To Him?!" Is It An Issue For Employers In Making Employment Decisions?

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

Employment Law In Hong Kong – An Overview

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Managing A Mixed Workforce – A Practical Guide To Converting Employees To Independent Contractors

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Managing Workplace Mental Health In Hong Kong: Legal Considerations And Practical Steps

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Changing Demographics And Ageing Workforces In The Asia Pacific Region

Worldwide Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Party Smart In Hong Kong: How To Keep The Fun Legal

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

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Retirement, Superannuation & Pensions

Changing Demographics And Ageing Workforces In The Asia Pacific Region

The Asia Pacific region is experiencing rapid ageing, putting it at the forefront of one of the most significant global demographic trends.

Worldwide Employment

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Lewis Silkin

How To Divide Pension/Mandatory Provident Funds ("MPF") Retirement Benefits In Ancillary Relief For Divorce In Hong Kong?

Nearly 25 years have passed since Hong Kong launched the Mandatory Provident Fund ("MPF") in December 2000. As of February 2025, total assets under the MPF system in Hong Kong reached approximately HK$1.352 trillion, marking a record high since its inception and also a significant growth from the HK$1.18 trillion reported at the end of March 2024

Hong Kong Employment

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Tanner De Witt

Costa Rican Residency Options Unveiled: A Guide To Investor, Rentier, And Pensioner Permits

Located in Central America, Costa Rica has solidified its reputation as a favorite destination for American expatriates and travelers alike thanks to its breathtaking views, welcoming culture, a more relaxing lifestyle, and ideal climate.

Hong Kong Immigration

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Harvey Law Group

UK Pensions Briefing | New Pensions Ombudsman Streamlined Decision-Making Process | January 2025

Hong Kong Employment

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Norton Rose Fulbright Hong Kong

PPF Confirms Final 2025/26 Levy Determination To Be Published January 2025

Hong Kong Employment

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Norton Rose Fulbright Hong Kong

Pensions Ombudsman And PPF Ombudsman Annual Report And Accounts 2023 To 2024 Published

Hong Kong Employment

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Norton Rose Fulbright Hong Kong

UK Pensions Briefing | Cyber And Data Security For Pension Schemes: Key Takeaways

Hong Kong Privacy

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Norton Rose Fulbright Hong Kong

Hong Kong Launches e-platform For Pension Scheme

Hong Kong Employment

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Ius Laboris

Globalisation And Digital Innovation Driving Change In Occupational Savings

Worldwide Employment

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The Sovereign Group

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Unfair/ Wrongful Dismissal

Can Termination Of A Fixed-term Employment Contract During Sick Leave Constitute Dismissal?

Can termination of a fixed-term employment contract during sick leave constitute dismissal? In Chung Hoi Yin Aggie v The General of the Salvation Army [2025] HKCFI 3680, the Court of First Instance ("CFI") clarifies on the termination of fixed-term employment contracts when employees are on sick leave.

Hong Kong Employment

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ONC Lawyers

Beyond Borders - Episode 8: What You Need To Know About Hong Kong Employment Law (Podcast)

Our Beyond Borders podcast series is designed to help you manage your international workforce and navigate the quirks of international employment law.

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Wrongful Dismissal In Hong Kong: Lessons For Employers Across Asia

In a region where employment law is increasingly scrutinised, the risks of summary dismissal (i.e. a dismissal without notice, and with immediate effect) continue to present a live issue for companies across Asia

Hong Kong Employment

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Withers LLP

Can Dishonesty Automatically Justify A Summary Dismissal?

Hong Kong Employment

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ONC Lawyers

Resignation Of An Employee: What Next And Who Should Have The Last Word?

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Termination Without Notice: The Legal Implications Of Payment In Lieu Of Notice In Employment Contracts

Hong Kong Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Unauthorised Absence By An Employee May Justify A Summary Dismissal

Hong Kong Employment

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Implied Duty Of Mutual Trust And Confidence And Employers' Right To Terminate

Hong Kong Employment

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Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Basics Reiterated – No Strings Attached For Exercising Termination Rights

Hong Kong Employment

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Withers LLP

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Latest Videos

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[Live] The New Labour Codes: Strategic HR Policy Transformation For Compliance-Ready Organisations (Video)

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Hammurabi & Solomon

Fair Work Commission Backs Employee in Remote Work Dispute with Westpac

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McCabes

Beyond Borders - Episode 10: What You Need To Know About Singapore Employment Law (Podcast)

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Lewis Silkin

Negotiation Tips When Facing Layoff (Video)

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Withers LLP

Michael Byrnes appeared on Breakfast with Tim Webster on 2SM on 23 July 2025 to discuss workplace relationships and that Coldplay concert

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Swaab

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