When businesses find themselves embroiled in legal disputes in China, the financial repercussions can be staggering. Navigating the Chinese legal system comes with a hefty price tag. According to Gitnux.com, 8,619 American businesses operate in China. Understanding...
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What is the structure of the Chinese court system?
If you do business in China, there may come a time when you will have to deal with the Chinese court system. It is not like the system in the United States. The U.S. judicial system ties in with our constitution. The Chinese court system works under communist rule,...
How does the Hague Service Convention help you collect on business debts in China?
If you do business with other companies or entities in China, you may find yourself concerned if an entity winds up owing you money. Taking legal action against a business requires you to transmit documents and engage with the legal system in another country. When it...
Can translation in court lead to issues?
If you need to go to court in China or you are in litigation with a Chinese-owned company in the United States, there will likely be a need for interpretation. If all parties do not speak the same language, you will have to rely on a third party to help you understand...
What are some tips to avoid litigation in China when doing business?
Landing in a Chinese court can be intimidating. The legal system there differs from the American system in many ways. It can be confusing to try to take your case to court in a foreign country. Your best bet is to avoid problems so that you do not end up in court. The...
What should you know about Chinese courts?
Many aspects of business in China can confuse or even intimidate people unused to it. This includes what to do when handling cases that may potentially need to go to court. In order to avoid confusing situations, American businesspeople should understand the basics of...
What is the Hague Service Convention?
Gone are the days when entrepreneurs conducted business exclusively in their home countries. With the expansion of the global marketplace, your business may have decided to branch out into China or other places. If so, you are likely to experience an international...
What is a question of law and how does it relate to Rule 44?
In many criminal proceedings and civil suits, courts seek to resolve the facts of the case. Common questions include whether a person is guilty of a crime or whether a person or a company is liable for damages or injuries. However, your legal question may be very...
Understanding Rule 44 and foreign law
Businesses operating internationally is nothing new, although business interests are increasingly going global. If there is an issue with a foreign country's law that is relevant during a United States litigation, the party questioning the law may be unsure about how...
Terminating employees in China requires a specific process
In the United States, most employers reserve the right to hire or terminate at-will employees how they choose. They often do not have to cite a reason for the termination either, although they cannot terminate employees in retaliation for engaging in an activity...