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Managing Labor Disputes And Employment Relationships In China
A practical guide to managing labor disputes and termination of employment relationships in China.
Dr. Richard van Ostende, DBA
Why This Guide?
Employment relationships in China carry legal weight from day one.
In China, employment relationships are mainly governed by the PRC Labour Contract Law and its implementation regulations, together with further state-level, regional and local rules. The legislation applies to all companies in Mainland China, including Foreign Invested Enterprises, and covers both foreign and Chinese employees. Companies need to understand how disputes arise, how they escalate, and what rights and obligations apply to both employer and employee. This guide provides a practical overview of the key issues involved.
What This Guide Covers
Key topics at a glance.
- PRC Labour Contract Law and related regulations
- Management and mitigation of labor disputes
- Dispute resolution: consultation, mediation, arbitration and court
- Legal grounds for termination of employment
- Severance payment and financial compensation
Practical Tools Included
Ready-to-use support for real-world application.
- Dispute escalation process flow
- Arbitration & court proceedings
- Termination checklist
- Severance payment calculation samples
Who Is This Guide For?
Designed for professionals managing, advising or overseeing HR and employment matters in China.
HR Managers, Legal & Compliance Professionals, Business owners, China General Managers, Employment consultants.
About The Author
What People Say
Dr. Richard van Ostende, DBA
Richard van Ostende is founder of the Institute for China Studies. He combines extensive professional experience and practical expertise in corporate finance, foreign investment and business strategy.
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