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Executing Wills During the COVID-19 Pandemic 1500 996 Alfred Ip

Executing Wills During the COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19 has brought the issue to the foreground making people think about what can be done in advance to ensure that loved ones are protected and provided for if the worst happens. The first step to any estate planning is to draft a Will!

Remote Hearings for Civil Proceedings: Affect Legal System? 1080 810 Jonathan Gray

Remote Hearings for Civil Proceedings: Affect Legal System?

As other legal jurisdictions advance their use of technology, it is difficult to ignore growing calls to bring Hong Kong’s legal system into digital age.

COVID-19 and Smartphone Tracking: You’re Being Watched! 900 599 Hugill & Ip
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COVID-19 and Smartphone Tracking: You’re Being Watched!

During the current pandemic, governments must ensure that the methods used to track citizens are no more than necessary, proportional with the purpose, and legal. Transparency from authorities is key for data protection and safeguarding the trust in governments.

Divorce and Bankruptcy: The Final Straw 1080 716 Alfred Ip

Divorce and Bankruptcy: The Final Straw

One of the common questions that we receive from our clients is: how would my spouse’s insolvency affect me if I were to file for divorce?

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HR Magazine | HR Uncovered: Rapidly Adapting Teams & Work Environments 1082 609 Hugill & Ip
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HR Magazine | HR Uncovered: Rapidly Adapting Teams & Work Environments

Adam Hugill joins panel of legal and Human Resources pros with Employment Law perspective on issues employers / employees are facing during COVID-19 pandemic.

Podcast S1E2 | Employment: Practical Guidance to Hong Kong Employment Law Issues 1200 800 Adam Hugill

Podcast S1E2 | Employment: Practical Guidance to Hong Kong Employment Law Issues

Adam Hugill discusses guidance for employers / employees on the Employment Ordinance, hiring & managing employees, termination, protection of business assets.

High Court Rules That Refusing Public Housing to Married Same-sex Couple Is ‘Unlawful and Unconstitutional’ 598 417 Alfred Ip

High Court Rules That Refusing Public Housing to Married Same-sex Couple Is ‘Unlawful and Unconstitutional’

Another landmark case shows that on the issue of LGBT rights, where the legislature fears to tread, the Courts are fully prepared to uphold the core human right of freedom from discrimination.

Medical Malpractice: Negligence Towards Cancer Patients 1200 799 Hugill & Ip
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Medical Malpractice: Negligence Towards Cancer Patients

Medical negligence is when medical care falls below the accepted standards, due to an act or omission from the medical professional. As a result, death or injury must have occurred and the matter must be thoroughly investigated.

Disability Discrimination and Cancer 1200 900 Adam Hugill

Disability Discrimination and Cancer

When hit with critical illness it is important to be aware of the protections that might be afforded. In an employment context, it is also imperative that employers understand their responsibilities and that discrimination is avoided.

Early Withdrawal of MPF When Suffering From Cancer 1920 1271 Adam Hugill

Early Withdrawal of MPF When Suffering From Cancer

How to manage your Mandatory Provident Fund account in case of cancer and other terminal illness?

Medical Leave: Rights and Protections of the Terminally Ill 1200 800 Adam Hugill

Medical Leave: Rights and Protections of the Terminally Ill

Everything should be done to try and make sure that the terminally ill and their loved ones are protected by employers. Scrutinization of the employment contract is crucial to understanding what paid sick leave rights are afforded.

Proper Estate Planning When Terminally Ill 1200 761 Alfred Ip

Proper Estate Planning When Terminally Ill

Whilst each person’s circumstance is different, a person diagnosed with a life-threatening condition or terminal illness may want to address several necessary estate planning issues.

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