Other Briefings
Labor Case Study: Navigating China’s Laws Surrounding Employee Termination During Probation
Although many employers in China know that the labor contract of an employee can be dissolved during the probationary period, most are unaware of the restrictions governing this termination procedure. Here, we present a case study that illustrates the legislation that China has in place surrounding this issue.
Avoiding Labor Disputes in China: The Importance of the Staff Handbook
While a labor contract is vital in any employer-employee relationship, many employers in China overlook the importance of a having a staff handbook. In this article, we explain why the staff handbook is recommended and detail some of the information that should be contained within it.
China’s Work-related Injury Insurance Scheme – Empowering Employees and Employers Alike
Clarifying what constitutes a work-related injury has always been a difficult task for both employees and employers, particularly in China. In this article, we brief China’s regulation on work-related injury insurance, and offer advice on how to minimize the risk of work-related injuries.
Converting from an RO to a WFOE: Considerations Prior to the Official Announcement to Employees
When converting an RO to a WFOE, entities need to be careful to avoid labor disputes with the staff. Here, we offer tips for handling employee transfer during the RO-WFOE conversion, and necessary steps prior to terminating employees.
Turning up the Heat: Understanding China’s Regional High Temperature Allowance
As summer approaches, a notice detailing temperature standards in Shanghai workplaces and the proper payment of the high temperature allowance has been released. In this article, we take a closer look at the notice and examine how the regulations differ by Chinese province.
Leveraging IT to Facilitate Efficient Payroll Processing in China
Nowadays, the advent of secure FTP links to allow uploading and downloading of sensitive HR information has eliminated confidentiality concerns relating to data transmission. In this article, we discuss how to gather the input information and leverage IT to facilitate efficient payroll processing
Labor Case Study: Work Permit Compliance for Foreign Employees in China
In China, foreigners are only allowed to work after they obtain an official work permit and residence permit. Failing to do so will result in a fine of up to RMB 20,000. Here, we present a case study that illustrates the risks of hiring a foreign worker without providing a work permit in China.
Case Study: Labor Contract Compliance in China
In China, a company’s failure to have a labor contract in writing with an employee can result in paying the employee double wages each month. Here, we present a case study that illustrates the risks of hiring an HR manager without a written contract in China.
