Companies faced with corruption investigations by PRC and Hong Kong authorities must understand how the agencies work and prepare and respond effectively in order to minimize disruption, liability and other costly risks
The SPC has published its annual IP report for 2014. Here is an in-depth look at the top six most notable trademark cases that will help guide lower courts' decisions
The Circular issued to promote private medical institutions still needs clarity on regulatory procedures and whether WFOE hospitals can really be set up. Foreign investors must pay particular attention to developments at the local level, says Nicolas Zhu
The Circular issued to promote private medical institutions still needs clarity on regulatory procedures and whether WFOE hospitals can really be set up. Foreign investors must pay particular attention to developments at the local level, says Nicolas Zhu
The longstanding dispute between SEP licensors and tech companies has peaked with the Huawei v ZTE case in Europe, triggering questions on the right of exclusion and the effectiveness of injunctions. Courts need to strike a balance between IP and competition as the market evolves
The longstanding dispute between SEP licensors and tech companies has peaked with the Huawei v ZTE case in Europe, triggering questions on the right of exclusion and the effectiveness of injunctions. Courts need to strike a balance between IP and competition as the market evolves
MNCs must understand Chinese anti-bribery laws and that violations on the ground can have severe extra-jurisdictional effects under the FCPA and UK Bribery Act, examine business practices and have compliance controls checked by both foreign and local counsel
MNCs must understand Chinese anti-bribery laws and that violations on the ground can have severe extra-jurisdictional effects under the FCPA and UK Bribery Act, examine business practices and have compliance controls checked by both foreign and local counsel
Daniel Shih, senior vice president and general counsel of Walmart China, explains how his team deals with workforce challenges and shifting legal landscapes in consumer protection, food safety and FDI
Dr Fuyong Chen, deputy secretary-general of the Beijing Arbitration Commission, discusses the centre's increasing international caseload, the enforcement of awards both overseas and in the mainland and the rise of mediation as an effective settlement method