New provisions regulating workplace harassment and bullying set out in South Korea’s amended Labour Standards Act (the “LSA“) were recently implemented on 16 July 2019. Employers should ensure that their internal policies are in line with these changes. Read more
We hope our readers have had an enjoyable Easter break. As we all get back into the swing of work, our latest e-bulletin looks at some of the key developments across the region. Starting in the Philippines, we look at the move towards normalizing working from home, and the requirement to ensure the employees working … Read more
The South Korean National Assembly recently passed legislation requiring employers to tackle workplace bullying and harassment. The amendments to the Labor Standards Act and the Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance Act dealing with Work Rules, penalties and handling bullying or harassment incidents will take effect on 29 May 2019. Read more
