Wal-Mart Strikes Pay Deal With Chinese Union Jul 26, 2008
Collective bargaining is a requirement of the Labor Contract Law that came into effect at the start of this year. Wal-Mart made its first agreement in Shenyang, in the northeastern province of Liaoning, on July 14 to increase employees' pay by 8% in both 2008 and 2009, a Wal-Mart spokeswoman told the AFP news network. (Forbes)
LETTERS: NCT, July 21, 2008 Jul 22, 2008
Therefore, your reference to whether Wiz would support applying it to CONTRACT law, which is civil law, is a completely inappropriate application of the term. And I think if you're so big on opposing any retroactive application of law (civil), Wiz asked a couple of really good questions: do you always oppose retroactive tax CUTS. (North County Times)
Licensing contractors would help consumers avoid pitfalls Jul 13, 2008
on the county, having a license means that someone has done a criminal background check on the contractor, he has passed a test that shows he understands some contract law relevant to the business, and he has no history of scamming customers. It's an important protection for consumers against unscrupulous folks who may otherwise come into their homes, take thousands of dollars, and leave before finishing the job. (Albany Times Union)
Proud to be in the U.S. Jul 4, 2008
His minor was in international law and contract law. Nine years as a travel agent gave him the opportunity to see much of the world and compare the differences among countries. (The St. Augustine Record)
An Uncertain Victory for Chinas Workers Jul 4, 2008
On January 1, 2008, the Labor Contract Law went into effect, ushering in sweeping changes to Chinese labor policy. The law brought about after a spate of headline-grabbing incidents of severe worker abuse in China is to curb worker abuse and promote harmonious and sustainable relationships among employers and employees. (YaleGlobal Online Magazine, CT)
Company-owned devices: Handle with care Jun 28, 2008
"One consistency in contract law is that, if you signed it, it's your own fault if you didn't read it.". Workers' compensation issues can arise from workers who are telecommuting. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Lover of Cheating Husband Wins Point, Loses Case: Ann Woolner Jun 26, 2008
The only way to understand any of this is to see it as little more than boring old contract law, which is essentially what it is ... The reasons for the limitations on the relationship aren't important in contract law. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Board hires consultant for zoning draft Jun 26, 2008
The Board approved the contract law enforcement agreements with the various cities in the County and the Auditor's Office will be forwarding the documents to the communities for their action. Action was taken by the Board on an item added to the agenda regarding the purchase of a new ambulance for the Washington County Ambulance Service. (Kalona News, IA)
How to Buy the Tanker Jun 23, 2008
I have some standing to do so, given that I practiced federal contract law for about three decades and personally tried at least one hundred protest cases like the one Boeing just won. The government is supposed to buy what it needs, not what it wants. (Human Events Online)
Lion investors vote against Indophil stake sale to Xstrata Jun 23, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Skip directly to: Search Box, , , Text Version. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
* MOEA to send experts to help Taiwanese investors Jun 20, 2008
Chiu said Chinas new labor contract law, as well as its ending of preferential tax treatment for Taiwanese investors, could potentially raise production costs and increase competition for Taiwanese investors in China. The new labor contract law, which came into effect in January, increases labor costs by increasing pay, as well as the compensation a worker is entitled to when dismissed by a company, Chiu said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Paulson, Bernanke Face Cleveland's Golden Rebuke: Amity Shlaes Jun 19, 2008
Americans also try out their theories about their greenbacks in all fields, including mundane thickets of contract law cases. Just such a case involving a 400,000-square-foot building in Cleveland is now being decided in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
GAO Overturns Air Force Tanker Contract Jun 19, 2008
Today the Government Accountability Office sustained Boeing s protest against the Air Force award of the new air refueling tanker contract to Northrop Grumman/EADS. The press release -- -- shows that GAO agreed with Boeing that the Air Force had violated government contract law and regulations by making the choice of the Airbus aircraft based on criteria different from the ones in the Air Force request for proposals. HUMAN EVENTS is awaiting a redacted copy of the full decision and will write on... (Human Events Online)
Seattle's showdown with Sonics starts today Jun 16, 2008
Courts usually don't force parties to fulfill contract obligations against their will, no matter the specific performance language, said Steve Calandrillo, a contract law professor at the University of Washington Law School who's been following the Sonics case ... The judge will balance the lease's wording against the general principles of contract law, and the consequences of forcing the Sonics to stay in Seattle. (Boston Globe)
What's ahead Jun 14, 2008
Don Landes, an attorney since 1978, will present information to seniors regarding probate, trusts, durable power of attorney for healthcare, contract law, business, commercial and private real estate law and litigation all aspects of senior legal concerns. Refreshments will be provided. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Queensland law students fly high with a brawl and a bribe Jun 10, 2008
Contract law students at Queensland University of Technology are flying high in cyberspace this semester with a fictional airline and tackling the legal ramifications of a virtual bar-room brawl - and apparently they're having fun. This is a law school with a reputation for doing things differently. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Gay Marriage and Divorce Jun 6, 2008
The idea that governs much of contract law that you are trying to discern and enforce the intent of the parties doesn't work in divorce, since parties getting married never intend to get divorced, even though half of them do. Every year, I ask my students how many of them plan to get married, and almost every hand goes up. (Newsmax)
Commissioners discuss landfill options Jun 5, 2008
Duty said that Texas Disposal Systems should put their money where their mouth is by bidding a contract which would require the winner to pay all possible monetary penalties resulting from breach of contract law suits by Waste Management. She said it is the county s desire to make sure no litigation would result in penalties to tax payers. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Lawsuit fights law abolishing township assessors Jun 5, 2008
Under Indiana's constitution and contract law, when voters say we will hire you for four years and pay you, then it's a contract,'' Price said. Comments. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
* Returning bosses looking north May 30, 2008
Many China-based Taiwanese businesspeople have returned home since China implemented the Labor Contract Law at the start of this year, said Chen Hsi-chung (z), general manager of Hty Franchise System Co (), on Wednesday. Under the law, labor costs in China have increased by 10 percent to 40 percent, while real estate prices have risen in Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen, where many Taiwanese businesspeople are located, Chen said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Q & A with Elyse Roenick May 24, 2008
I plan to get my juris doctorate and practice contract law. (Clemsontigers.com)
Barack McGovern May 22, 2008
I would be in favor of policies that address and/or improve the following: (i) government (or private) investment in education and infrastructure to support commerce and create a smarter, more mobile workforce (note that investment dollars have a multiplying impact on GDP), (ii) stable to declining marginal tax rates that encourage individual investment (for the same reason), (3) predictable, and preferably low inflation, (4) relatively efficient capital markets that allow for those that have... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
2008 Article IV Consultation for Estonia -- Conclusions of the Mission May 20, 2008
The draft labor contract law recently agreed between social partners would go a long way to address the residual labor market rigidities. Consideration could be given to its early adoption and implementation. (IMF News)
Charlestown: Hopkinton should be forced to pay May 18, 2008
Town councilors voted 5-0 last week authorizing Craven to investigate whether provisions of the state s Caruolo Act and contract law can be used for leverage in the latest dispute over school funding ... Councilor Harriet A. Allen said a breach of contract lawsuit could be the mechanism, or strategy, to get Hopkinton to pay for capital improvements ... If there s no cooperation and they re not doing their best in the interest of the collective venture, the theory of contract law may be... (Westerly Sun, RI)
How devious credit card companies can smother you with debt May 17, 2008
Elizabeth Warren, a contract law expert, said, "I don't know any merchant in America who can change the price after you've bought the item except a credit card company. They are the new loan sharks in America.". Credit agreements are another trap for unsuspecting cardholders. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Two internets May 15, 2008
It can only operate as it does because contract law and financial regulation provide a way for the community to enforce its decisions against members, and this is true for other online services. However not all governments are good; not all governments are wise and sensible; and not all governments listen to reason. (BBC News -- Technology)
The Russians aren't coming ... nor are many others May 11, 2008
Magnitogorsk got no money for its lost treasure, but Russian contract law was changed so no more players, like Malkin did, could opt out of a signed contract with only a two-week notice. Adjusting to the West. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bank rorts must cease May 6, 2008
Under Australian contract law, institutions are entitled to recoup only the costs they incur as a result of your infringement, which for now is usually little more than a stamp. If you get hit with a fee in the meantime, be sure to tell them you know they are on dubious legal ground. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Consumers should know laws Apr 21, 2008
What's in a consumer contract is a little bit of torts law (which covers intentional fraud), a pinch of contract law and a dash of consumer law. Nadine Ballard agreed to walk us through the answer to the question you posed. (Cleveland.com)
Bankruptcy revamp fades from Senate housing bill Apr 4, 2008
But mortgage bankers and Republicans oppose the bankruptcy change, saying it would intrude on contract law and drive up mortgage interest rates. The measure would allow judges, in limited cases, to revise the terms of a mortgage on a primary residence for a homeowner in Chapter 13 bankruptcy. (ABC News -- Wire)
Housing bailouts coming Apr 3, 2008
The precedent guiding all contract law in the USA, including federal oversight, is grounded in laws of servitude and the binding auctions which rung em up, and brung em in ... I defy any of you Clarence Darrow uber-shysters to blog a brief about the implied socialism inherent in the hybrid exception of subsidized remedies for violations of contract law, (upon which our government relied when they bailed out Bear Stearns), employed by the entrenched oversight institutions being wagged so... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Reservoir Dogs Mar 29, 2008
State " Zip: Email: 12 ISSUES FOR $12.00 71% OFF! 24 ISSUES FOR $18.00 79% OFF! 36 ISSUES FOR $24.00 Best Deal! Print Send JOHN PIERPONT MORGAN and Ron Jeremy wouldn't seem to have much in common at first glance save for a certain flair with facial hair and similar views on applied contract law. "I don't want a lawyer to tell me what I cannot do; I hire them to tell me how to do what I want to do," the legendary is reputed to have said. A century later, not much has changed, the legendary adult... (SmartMoney)
Flight, pain mark latestChina revolution Mar 28, 2008
A labor contract law was brought into effect this year ... Due to the labor contract law, the company had to shrink its labor force from 5,000 to 2,000 to cut costs, while the unified tax law caused a 10% rise in foreign enterprises' tax liabilities, he said. (Asia Times Online)
S Korean investors quit China Mar 24, 2008
Employers are grumbling in particular about a new labour contract law, which went into effect at the beginning of this year, that makes it harder to lay off staff. Dang Guoying, a rural economist at the Chinese Academy of Social Science, said the law did put pressure on companies. (India Times)
Business people Mar 23, 2008
Lori Doerr, a Realtor with Bianco Realty, has been awarded the Graduate Realtors Institute designation, after completing 90 hours of classroom instruction, covering subjects such as contract law, professional starndards, sales and marketing, finance and risk reduction. Nelson hired. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Drug Companies on the Hook for Off-Label Use of Generic Mar 22, 2008
He noted that the Supreme Court's 2005 decision in Bilt-Rite Contractor, Inc. v. Architectural Studio found that plaintiffs are not barred from recovering economic losses because the action 'sounds in tort rather than contract law. " The defense, in its motion for partial summary judgment, argued that Clark didn't fall within the narrow exception carved out from the economic loss rule by the Bilt-Rite Court for negligent misrepresentation claims by adopting Section 552 of the Restatement of... (Law.com)
Related Group preps in-house army against lawsuits Mar 20, 2008
"But, it's one of the overall purposes of contract law to require that people honor agreements entered into. It's difficult to get out of [a purchase contract], outside of bankruptcy. Courts are - and should be - reluctant to let people get out of deals just because they don't like them anymore.". A different view. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
OceanaGold announces new personnel appointments Mar 19, 2008
Alison joined the Company in September 2004 and was most recently Corporate Counsel for Oceana Gold (NZ) Ltd. Alison will continue to be charged with legal responsibilities for the New Zealand operations but will also work closely with the Company's General Counsel on matters regarding construction and contract law ... Prior to joining Oceana Gold (NZ) Ltd she worked as a Senior Associate with Simpson Grierson in Auckland where she specialised in construction and contract law. (Canada Newswire)
* Nike report focuses on labor problems in China Mar 15, 2008
A labor contract law that went into effect this year sets higher standards for labor contracts, use of temporary workers, layoffs and other employment conditions. Some hoped the move would encourage independent unionization in the country. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Man shot by off-duty officer after Temecula Rod Run Mar 15, 2008
RF wrote on Mar 9, 2008 9:46 AM:Senior - All "Politics" aside, the real answer to your question is: When cities incorporate, they make a decision to contract law enforcement services from the Sheriff's Department or start their own Police Department. Cities contract from the Sheriff's Department often because the infrastructure is already in place for the law enforcement division - beyond just the officers this includes dispatch/communications, maintenance, special teams (such as SWAT, Computer... (North County Times)
CPPCC members make their voices heard Mar 10, 2008
The new Labor Contract Law won't substantially increase employers. costs, a senior trade union official said on Saturday. (Xinhuanet, China)
Minister: China's employment situation "very severe" this year Mar 9, 2008
BEIJING, March 9 (Xinhua) -- The labor contract law needs to be implemented rather than amended at the current stage, a senior labor official said here on Sunday. "After it came into effect in January, the law was welcomed by employees and most employers, but we also noticed some different views and voices," said Vice Minister of Labor and Social Security Sun Baoshu at a press conference on the sidelines of the ongoing parliament annual session. (Xinhuanet, China)
Water pollution, laborers' rights top Chinese legislature's supervision list Mar 8, 2008
"We need to truly protect the lawful rights and interests of workers and ensure the healthy growth of children by inspecting the implementation of the labor contract law, the compulsory education law and the law on the protection of minors," Wu told nearly 3,000 legislators at the ongoing NPC annual session. Editor: Jiang Yuxia. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fund to aid PRD firms restructure Mar 5, 2008
Factors such as higher minimum salary, enhanced State requirements for environmental protection, shortage of energy and workers, rise in raw material prices, yuan revaluation and the new labor contract law have made it difficult for them to continue operating. (Source: China Daily). (Xinhuanet, China)
China migrant laborers learn the law to win rights Mar 3, 2008
This January, a new labor contract law took effect and a dispute arbitration law will come into force in May. Premier Wen Jiabao has personally campaigned to curb the problem of managers withholding pay, a situation many migrants say has improved significantly during the five years of his tenure. (ABC News -- Wire)
A woman lawmaker who speaks for the vulnerable Mar 2, 2008
BEIJING, March 2 (Xinhua) -- Lawyer Chen Shu is no stranger to China's new laws: the Property Law, Law on Administrative Approval, Law on Protection of Minors, Law on Enterprise Income Tax, Law on Enterprise Bankruptcy and Labor Contract Law ... " They are proposals urging for building accessory laws to the Labor Contract Law which takes effect on Jan. 1 this year and to the Emergency Response Law which takes effect on Nov. 1 last year.". (Xinhuanet, China)
* Taipei Computer Association urges Ma and Hsieh to raise foreign worker ratio Feb 23, 2008
Chen said that the implementation of the Labor Contract Law (XPk) in China raised operational costs there considerably. Workers wages paid by Walton Advanced Engineering (F) rose from 750 yuan (US$105) to 850 yuan, he said, not including an additional 8 percent property purchase bonus. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Software licences branded unfair Feb 22, 2008
The NCC has now referred 17 companies to the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) for investigation under the Unfair Terms and Conditions of Contract law. Among these are household names including Apple, Adobe, Microsoft, Symantec, Magix, Nero, Corel, Sega and McAfee. (Pocket-lint.co.uk)
Mayor eyes courthouse equalizer Feb 14, 2008
But a local lawyer, Charles Pillans III, who specializes in contract law and who represented the old design-build team's architectural firm, told the city last year it can't negotiate with the second-ranked team after entering into a contract with the first-ranked team. Plus, Auchter/Perry-McCall was going to build a criminal courthouse, but now Peyton wants to expand the scope for Turner to build a criminal and civil building, which Pillans said makes the project substantially different than... (Florida Times-Union)
Three seek third branch bench Feb 10, 2008
PRIVATE PRACTICE: Civil and criminal trial work and appellate work; trials involving homicide, sexual assault and other serious felonies, family law and child welfare cases; real estate, guardianships, municipal law, school law, business and contract law, bankruptcy, labor matters. JUDICIAL EXPERIENCE: Court Commissioner, 20 years; Small Claims Court Commissioner, four years; Assistant Family Court Commissioner, 20 years. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Print Edition Feb 9, 2008
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Sheriff's office given the okay to begin search for new deputy Feb 8, 2008
Cass County Sheriff Bill Sage, Chief Deputy Brian Rink and Griswold Mayor Jerry Putnam were on hand at Wednesday's Cass County Supervisor meeting to talk about contract law enforcement. On Monday, the Griswold City Council unanimously agreed to go forward with a contract for county coverage. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Sharia Law What's it really about? Read the Sky News guide. Feb 8, 2008
It is applied in varying forms by Muslim countries through the Middle East, Africa and Asia to govern civil issues such as inheritance, banking, marriage and contract law. Sharia law is already operating in some communities in the UK for civil matters. (Sky News)
Q&A: Sharia law Feb 8, 2008
Many Muslim countries have adopted elements of sharia law governing issues such as inheritance, banking, marriage and contract law. Avowedly secular Turkey is at one extreme, while the devout Islamic Republic of Iran and Saudi Arabia are the other. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Q&A: Sharia law Feb 8, 2008
Many Muslim countries have adopted elements of sharia law governing issues such as inheritance, banking, marriage and contract law. What are hadd offences. (Guardian Unlimited)
Last call for shoe firms in Guangdong Feb 5, 2008
And we expect more new [unfavorable] measures to be in the pipeline this year," he said. The Labor Contract Law, effective from January 2008, puts greater emphasis on protection of labor rights, which manufacturers fear will hamper management flexibility in deploying workers and bring extra costs. "The changes of policies are just like a number of knives hanging over the heads of manufacturers," Leung said. "The labor law can be said to be the last push for me to leave ... Jin Fei, general... (Asia Times Online)
Not so fast! Developer and resident file joint lawsuit against city over sale of municipal garage Feb 2, 2008
According to the suit, a section of the Local Public Contract Law prevents a bid for security from exceeding $20,000. As a result, the city's required security is "more than 127 times that envisioned by the Local Public Contracts Law.". (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Will the new law protect workers? Jan 28, 2008
BEIJING, Jan. 28 -- Anyone who has been in touch with members of the business community recently has likely heard a lot of talk about the new Labor Contract Law, which took effect at the beginning of this year ... Some companies have been criticized by the Chinese-language press for overreacting to the new labor contract law, such as by sacking employees en masse. (Xinhuanet, China)
Sturgeon tells hospitals to cut car park charges within weeks Jan 20, 2008
"This means that health boards will be expected to consider the guidance when renegotiating parking contracts with commercial companies. AM2, Glasgow,UK 19/01/2008 10:22:43 #3 #4 #6Service levels are subject to contract. Nonetheless I would be seeking explicit guarantees, particularly in respect of services with a clear health aspect, rather than just administration, maintenance etc. I'm not suggesting anything beyond that. TSynicto the core, Bellshill.Saltireland 19/01/2008 10:36:32 Can anyone... (Scotsman)
Commissioners review 14 hospital board applicants Jan 19, 2008
A graduate of Regis University, Anderson has a background in human resource management, business administration, contract administration and contract law. "One thing I do is build businesses," he said. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Labor law strengthensChinese union Jan 18, 2008
From a legal standpoint, the protection of workers' rights in China is systematically improving, with the government adding another major component, the Labor Contract Law, to its already substantial canon of labor legislation at the start of the year ... The Labor Contract Law has numerous provisions designed to protect workers' rights and enhance job security ... Huawei's management could not be sure if the Labor Contract Law would hurt them or not, and so they did everything in their power to... (Asia Times Online)
"Case closed?" Jan 17, 2008
Try the other three panels: Can you find the specters of Canon Law, Civil Law, Contract Law, Admiralty (that's the legal system on the seas). Or even simpler: Crime and Punishment themselves. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
NBC Wins Battle Over Debate Jan 16, 2008
This issue poses a fundamental problem that neither contract law nor the First Amendment are equipped to address. It is true that private parties hold a First Amendment right and right of association. (New York Times)
Britney loses ruling Jan 15, 2008
"I used to teach contract law," Justice Antonin Scalia said. "And I am sure that when you say you'll arbitrate, it means you won't litigate." (AP). (Boston Globe)
Supreme Court spanks lawyer for TV's 'Judge Alex' Jan 15, 2008
"I used to teach contract law, and I am sure that if you agree to arbitrate, it means you won't litigate," Justice Antonin Scalia said. "And even if I didn't ever teach contract law, it would still be the law.". (Anchorage Daily News)
