Dispute Resolution

Claimant's burden of proof may be reduced for monopolistic agreements that have serious anti-competitive effects.

Enterprises required to fund and staff an employment dispute mediation committee.

Foreign companies before CIETAC arbitration can now obtain a procedural order for an immediate action to protect their interests.

There is more to dispute resolution in China than meets the eye. By making strategic choices, foreign businesses can maximise their chances of winning anti-monopoly and IP disputes

The prior art defence strategy has become increasingly important and popular for alleged infringers in patent cases. However, its framework suffers from uncertainty and some technical defects

Two dispute resolution specialists offer their insights on how to handle bringing a Chinese manufacturer to court and how to avoid a similar situation in the future.

The ICC's newly-launched arbitration rules provide guidance for the Chinese and address complex arbitrations

PRC litigation can be risky for the unwary investor and one challenge is presented by China's exit restriction regime. Foreigners associated with a company involved in a dispute can be prevented from leaving China if certain conditions are met

Design can still be protected under Anti-unfair Competition Law after the patent expires.