Principal Contractor Liability in South Korea
Principal contractor liability in South Korea turns on control over site hazards, not on chairing progress meetings, the Supreme Court of Korea held.
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Employment Restriction Under Korea’s Specific Economic Crimes Act
Under South Korea’s Specific Economic Crimes Act, does the probation period count toward the employment restriction? A clear guide based on Supreme Court Decision 2022Du44354 and Constitutional Court Decision 2021HeonBa46, covering the scope of restricted companies and approval to work.
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Representative Director’s Provisional Payments — Embezzlement vs. Breach of Trust in South Korea
Under South Korean criminal law, a provisional payment withdrawal constitutes embezzlement when funds are used outside corporate purposes, with no repayment terms and no board resolution. Supreme Court Case 2010Do3399 and subsequent rulings analyzed for corporate directors.
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Who Is a Personal Data Controller in South Korea? Four Supreme Court Cases
South Korea’s Supreme Court defined personal data controller liability in four landmark PIPA rulings. Learn the legal test and what it means for your business.
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Is Advertising Copyright Infringement Actionable in South Korea? A Case Law Guide
South Korean courts have detailed standards for protecting ad photos, copy, and composite layouts. Learn when copyright infringement claims succeed and how damages are calculated under Korean law.
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How to Stop Parallel Importers in South Korea: Legal Guide
Parallel imports are legal in South Korea, but trademark misuse, ad image theft, and counterfeit goods are actionable. Korean case law and enforcement strategies explained.
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How Is Loss Calculated in Breach of Fiduciary Duty Cases in South Korea?
In South Korea, breach of fiduciary duty loss is the difference between the amount paid and fair value—not the total paid. See how Atlas Legal reduced a KRW 700 million complaint to a KRW 100 million indictment.
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Amended Tax Invoice Fraud in South Korea: 2025 Supreme Court Ruling
South Korea’s Supreme Court ruled in 2025 that falsely issuing an amended tax invoice is a criminal offense. Learn the penalties and compliance steps for businesses in South Korea.
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Can an Employee Be Prosecuted for Spreading False Information About a Company in South Korea?
A former game company employee spread false claims of rigged gameplay and privacy breaches on forums, causing a 30% user drop. Learn how Korean business interference law applies and how companies can respond.
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What Is Attorney-Client Privilege (ACP) in South Korea? Supreme Court 2024Mo730 Explained
South Korea’s Supreme Court recognized attorney-client privilege (ACP) as a constitutional right in Decision 2024Mo730. A former prosecutor explains the landmark ruling, the amended Attorney-at-Law Act (effective Feb. 19, 2027), and practical compliance strategies for businesses.