Italy has approved a new law regulating the participation of workers in company life. It marks a step towards more inclusive business models where the contribution of workers becomes an integral part of corporate strategy. We…
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/ Labor & Employment Law
A new pension Law has been published in Chile, representing one of the most significant structural reforms to the Chilean pension system in the last decade. Focused on the recovery of unpaid contributions, we set out the key…
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/ Finance & Banking, Labor & Employment Law
In spring this year, a new law took effect in Cyprus expanding the definition of harassment and introducing stronger protections for workers. We take a look at the new framework and the key pointers for employers…
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/ Civil Rights, Labor & Employment Law
The Irish Government recently passed new regulations confirming some noteworthy changes to gender pay gap reporting requirements for Irish employers (the ‘Regulations’). We take a look below…
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/ Civil Rights, Labor & Employment Law
Against the backdrop of climate change and the increasing health and safety challenge of preventing heat-related risks at work, France has introduced a new decree reinforcing the obligations on employers to prevent these risks…
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/ Health, Labor & Employment Law
The annual meeting of the International Labour Organization (the ‘ILO’) concluded earlier this month. We summarise the key developments from the conference, which includes the adoption of new labour standards around biological…
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/ International Law & Trade, Labor & Employment Law
In Japan, standard working hours are limited to eight hours per day and 40 hours per week. However, flexibility is built into the system through structured agreements and exemptions. We explore the essentials for employers when…
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/ Labor & Employment Law
Different categories of worker exist in Japan and the classification can have a significant impact on various aspects of employment. Below, we explore the key considerations for employers when it comes to fixed-term employees…
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/ Labor & Employment Law
From minimum wage compliance to social insurance obligations, employers must navigate a complex legal framework in Japan when it comes to pay and benefits. This short guide sets out the essentials to help businesses stay…
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/ Labor & Employment Law, Workers' Compensation
The use of workplace artificial intelligence (‘AI’) is becoming increasingly commonplace for employers in Germany. It can bring significant benefits to HR by increasing efficiency and saving costs. However, it is essential that…
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/ Civil Rights, Labor & Employment Law, Science, Computers, & Technology
Combatting workplace sexual harassment starts at the top, with those in leadership positions. They have the unique ability to set the organisational culture, and yet statistics in Peru reveal a troubling reality. A…
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/ Civil Rights, Labor & Employment Law
Employers in Poland have a duty to uphold employee dignity and maintain an ethical work environment. Tolerating discriminatory behaviour at work violates those obligations. Not only could this be reputationally damaging, but it…
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/ Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Labor & Employment Law
Hong Kong’s Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) recently published Guidelines for the Use of Generative AI by Employees. We look at the key points contained in the Guidelines below…
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/ Labor & Employment Law, Privacy, Science, Computers, & Technology
For multinational corporations looking to establish a presence in Asia, the creation of regional offices in locations such as Hong Kong or mainland China can be a strategic move. Setting up these so-called ‘satellite offices’…
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/ Business Organizations, International Law & Trade, Labor & Employment Law
Experts failed to predict the scale of the Albanese Government’s victory, securing re-election with a landslide. As counting concludes, this majority in the lower house will likely be complimented in the Senate. The Government…
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/ Commercial Law & Contracts, Labor & Employment Law
