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South Korea's 'Yellow Envelope Act' Enhances Union Protection

South Korea's so-called ‘Yellow Envelope Act' has been passed, strengthening protections for union activities within an already supportive legal framework. We summarise the key provisions and takeaways for employers.

South Korea Employment

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Ius Laboris

Employment Law In The Republic Of Korea - An Overview

The Republic of Korea (often referred to as South Korea and in this in-brief as Korea) has one of Asia's strongest performing economies and is home to some of the world's largest brands.

South Korea Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Beyond Borders - Episode 9: What You Need To Know About South Korean 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.

South Korea Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Why Headcounts Matter: Korean Labor Law On Foreign Businesses In Korea

Under Korean labor law, the applicability of disciplinary measures depends on employee headcount. For foreign companies in Korea, however, to what extent should the headcount requirement apply, especially if they have more than one local presence?

South Korea Employment

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D&A LLC

Significant Changes To Korea's Union Act Expected Imminently

South Korea Employment

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Ius Laboris

Cross-Border Catch-Up: South Korea's New Wage Enforcement Rules (Podcast)

South Korea Employment

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Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart

South Korean Supreme Court Upholds 'Payment Date' Requirements

South Korea Employment

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Ius Laboris

South Korean Court Upholds Impeachment

South Korea Employment

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Ius Laboris

Political Shifts And Economic Ripples: What's Next For Employers In Korea And Mexico? (Video)

South Korea Employment

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Ius Laboris

Expanded Definition Of Ordinary Wages May Increase Employer Labor Costs And Liabilities

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WTW

South Korean Supreme Court Redefines 'Ordinary Wages'

South Korea Employment

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Ius Laboris

Proposed Pension System Reforms Include A Substantial Increase In Contributions

South Korea Employment

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WTW

'Renewal Expectations' For Korean Contract Workers

South Korea Employment

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Ius Laboris

Improving Family Leave Benefits To Boost Birth Rates

South Korea Employment

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South Korea's 'Yellow Envelope Act' Enhances Union Protection

South Korea Employment

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Ius Laboris

Supreme Court Overturns Three Decades Of Precedent On Royalties Paid To U.S. Licensors

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Korea Designs Update

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Beyond Borders - Episode 9: What You Need To Know About South Korean Employment Law (Podcast)

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Lewis Silkin

Stablecoins And The Foreign Exchange Transactions Act

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2024 Summer Olympics Series: South Korea

Since South Korea hosted the Summer Olympics in 1988, there have been numerous developments in employment and labor laws in the country.

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Importance Of Compliance With Labor Laws In The Workplace: From The Perspective Of DEI

In recent times, governments, global investors, and companies have increasingly emphasized the importance of systems that prioritize basic human welfare and dignity, alongside ESG management that aligns with the interests of all stakeholders.

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Significant Changes To Korea's Union Act Expected Imminently

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Cross-Border Catch-Up: South Korea's New Wage Enforcement Rules (Podcast)

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South Korea's 'Yellow Envelope Act' Enhances Union Protection

South Korea's so-called ‘Yellow Envelope Act' has been passed, strengthening protections for union activities within an already supportive legal framework. We summarise the key provisions and takeaways for employers.

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Ius Laboris

Employment Law In The Republic Of Korea - An Overview

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Beyond Borders - Episode 9: What You Need To Know About South Korean Employment Law (Podcast)

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