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The importance of a set of well-drafted post-termination restrictive covenants
By DLA Piper Legal Case studies for employers
Human Resources
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HR
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Contract
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terms
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Post-termination Restrictions
Movement of talent is common in Hong Kong and often without notice. A set of bespoke, well-drafted post-termination restrictive covenants can protect an employer’s legitimate business interests and deter breaches by employees and competitors alike. However, what should a well-drafted restrictive covenant look like? Hong Kong Courts are often reluctant to uphold non-compete provisions. The position in Hong Kong, as in many common law jurisdictions, is that covenants in restraint of trade are unenforceable unless they can be shown to be reasonable between the parties and in the public interest. In such case, what can an employer do to protect its interests?
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Taking on contract work may be a smart career move
By Ellen Lai Career Guidance and Counselling
Career Advice
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Career Guide
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Contract
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smart career move
The contract employment market seems to be picking up, according to the “2016 Michael Page Greater China Employee Intentions Report......
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Expat pay gap closes as executives stay put
By Andrea Zavadszky Job Market Trend Report
executive remuneration
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expatriate salary
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Middle-level
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expat
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Contract
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Be alert to new rules on hiring of mainland labour
By Contributor Legal Case studies for employers
Mainland
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Labour Law
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Contract
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Hiring
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Human Resources
On March 1 this year, the mainland's new Provisional Regulations on Labour Dispatch came into effect, writes Helen Beech and Karen Ip.
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Harnessing the power to help others settle differences
By Contributor Legal Case studies for employers
Mediation
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Arbitration
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Litigation
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Mediator
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Dispute Resolution
When a dispute arises as a result of one party not conforming to its obligations under a contractual relationship, the other party may try to negotiate to see if there is any chance of reaching a settlement – even though the outcome may be a compromise, writes Christopher To.
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