China Employment Contracts

China Employment Contracts: An Employer’s Guide

In a recent email to a client, one or our China employment lawyers provided an overview of China’s employment law system. This post expands on that overview, offering insights and examples to help foreign employers understand the unique challenges and requirements of hiring in China. As you will see, the Chinese employment system is based

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Trump’s Second Term Immigration Impacts: A Guide for Businesses

Business Immigration Impacts On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump began his second term with a staunch America-first agenda aimed at reshaping immigration policies and tightening border controls. These sweeping changes have far-reaching implications for businesses that rely on employment-based immigration. Are you prepared for these changes? In this post, I outline the steps businesses

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Corporate Transparency Act on Hold…. Again.

On December 26, 2024, a panel of the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit reinstated a nationwide injunction blocking enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), just days after a different panel had lifted it. This back-and-forth decision has caused significant turmoil within business compliance offices across the country. What is it? The

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Penn State Vintage Trademarks: Protecting the Future via the Past

Penn State University has emerged successful in a high-profile legal battle against online retailer Vintage Brand and Sportswear Inc., securing $28,000 in damages for unauthorized use of its vintage sports logos. This case, the first of its kind to go to trial (at least in the United States), underscores a critical issue in the sports

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Why Descriptive Trademarks Can Hurt Your Brand (And How to Fix It)

Descriptive Trademarks This morning, I had a call with a client about a new business they’re launching. The concept is great but one thing they will need to work on is the name of the new business. Why? Because it leans heavily on a descriptive trademark—and that’s a problem. If you’re launching a business or

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United States Trademark Maintenance: Registration Is Just the Beginning

United States Trademark Maintenance Think you’re done after registering your trademark? Think again. Registering a trademark in the U.S. marks a significant milestone for any business, granting legal protection to your brand. However, this is not a one-time process. Maintaining your trademark rights requires fulfilling specific ongoing obligations to ensure your brand remains protected under

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United States Trademark Protection for Chinese and Vietnamese Brand Names

United States Trademark Protection for Chinese and Vietnamese Brand Names I recently spent a few days in Houston, among other things enjoying the culinary delights that can only be found in a city as international as H-Town. During these explorations, which included stops at some superb Chinese and Vietnamese eateries, I had the chance to

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Starting a Business in Portugal

How to Start a Business in Portugal Starting a business in Portugal requires accounting for the country’s unique rules, laws, and business climate. In this post, I aim to demystify the process, by laying out the essential steps and considerations needed to launch and sustain a successful business in Portugal. There are various key steps

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