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Can and will an employee claiming discrimination be liable for legal costs if they lose?
Discover why the normal rule of paying costs in litigation doesn’t apply to discrimination claims.
School accidents and bullying: Can a school be sued because a student is injured?
Students spend a big part of the day at school. Parents need to ensure that the learning environment of their children is safe. However, accidents happen from time to time at school. A few examples of the common causes of student injury at school are…Read More
Proposal to amend Race Discrimination Ordinance to outlaw “intra-racial discrimination” and address discrimination and harassment relating to people from Mainland China
Earlier this week, the Equal Opportunities Commission (the “EOC”) in its update to the Legislative Council (“LegCo”) had reiterated its plan to:- “… tackle discrimination, harassment and vilification between people from Hong Kong and those from the Mainland through legislation …” Currently, the Race Discrimination…Read More
What happens to my jewellery in a divorce? A simple guide on how valuable personal items are distributed during a divorce proceeding
In divorce, what will happen to my personal valuables such as my jewellery, watches, bags? Spouses are often concerned with whether they can keep their personal valuables upon divorce. Will I keep my engagement ring? Will I have to sell my watches, jewelleries or luxury…Read More
River Stone is a 2023?China Business Law Journal?Rising Star
We are pleased to announce?River Stone‘s inclusion in the?China Business Law Journal?list of 20 Rising Stars in International Law Firms committed to China-related Business. The 2023 China Business Law Journal Rising Stars recognise lawyers that have demonstrated exceptional dedication and professionalism in their practice areas,…Read More
天天av天天翘天天综合网 is official tournament referee sponsor of Tradition HKFC 10s 2023
天天av天天翘天天综合网 is proud to be the official tournament referee sponsor of the Tradition?HKFC?10s. Welcoming back the tournament on the 29th and 30th March 2023, we are looking forward to the referees once again wearing 天天av天天翘天天综合网 kit as they officiate play in…Read More
Legal Update – HKMA Consultation Conclusions on Crypto-assets and Stablecoins
On 31 January 2023, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (the “HKMA”) issued the consultation conclusions to its discussion paper published on 12 January 2022 (the “Consultation Conclusions”). The Consultation Conclusions provide critical insights into the shape of the HKMA plans for stablecoin regulation in Hong…Read More
Celebrating International Women’s Day
On International Women’s Day, 天天av天天翘天天综合网 celebrated by inviting some of our incredible women across our departments to speak on various topics. The purpose of IDW is to forge a gender equal world by celebrating women’s achievements, raising visibility, increasing awareness about discrimination and…Read More
Legal update: Potential changes to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance
In this snapshot legal update, we report that on 20 February 2023, the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (“PCPD”) reported plans to put forward amendments to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (“PDPO”) in 2023. The PCPD’s target is to present concrete proposed amendments and consult…Read More
Accountant (2-5 years experience)
THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS. 天天av天天翘天天综合网 is looking to recruit a bright, self-motivated junior to mid-level Accountant to join our independent, established, Hong Kong law firm. Key requirements ? Degree or Diploma in Accounting ? 2 to…Read More
天天av天天翘天天综合网 host John Terenzini, founder of the Hong Kong Jellyfish Project
On Friday evening, 10 February, we had the pleasure of hosting the?Royal Geographical Society‘s presentation on “A Fascination with Jellyfish: The World’s Ancient Survivors” by John Terenzini of the Hong Kong Jellyfish Project.? Several jellies drifted into the 天天av天天翘天天综合网 offices (via PowerPoint) on…Read More
Is a pre-nuptial agreement an act of love??
We have clients who come to us seeking advice on the process and substance of a pre-nup. Often they haven’t discussed this in any real detail save perhaps they have some pre-marital wealth they wish to ring-fence or a desire to keep extended family wealth…Read More