Legal Information

Firm news, insights on new laws, and frequently asked questions.

15 2026-10

Who will bear the cost increase caused by the design changes?

For the increased project quantity due to the employer's instructions or design changes, the employer shall bear the responsibility in principle. The payment shall be settled in accordance with the agreement or the pricing standard at the time of signing the contract, and the visa formalities shall be handled in a timely manner.

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15 2026-10

Can the fixed-price contract still be adjusted?

Where the parties have agreed to settle the project cost at a fixed price, the request for an appraisal of the project cost is usually not supported; however, changes in the design, increases or decreases in the project quantity, and other matters beyond the scope of the agreement may be adjusted in accordance with the agreement.

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15 2026-10

Is the project settlement based on the audit conclusion?

Generally, the audit conclusions are not the final basis. If the parties have agreed on the pricing standards or methods, they shall settle the accounts according to the agreement. Unless it is explicitly agreed that the audit shall be the final basis, the audit cannot replace the settlement basis.

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15 2026-10

Is there a time limit for claiming double wages?

There is a time limit. The double salary applies to a one-year arbitration statute of limitations, which starts from the date when the employee knows or should have known that his rights have been infringed. Whether it should be calculated on a monthly basis or on a total basis is a controversial issue in practice.

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15 2026-10

Where should I apply for labor arbitration?

It shall be governed by the labor dispute arbitration committee of the place where the labor contract is performed or the place where the employer is located; if either party applies for arbitration, it shall be governed by the labor dispute arbitration committee of the place where the labor contract is performed.

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15 2026-10

Who will compensate the injured over-age migrant workers?

Over-age migrant workers who are injured usually claim personal injury compensation based on the labor relationship; for those who have not received pension insurance benefits but meet the eligibility criteria, some regions may recognize their injuries as work-related injuries.

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15 2026-10

Who will bear the cost of the subrogation lawsuit?

When the right of subrogation is established, the counterparty generally performs the obligation to the creditor; the litigation costs are usually borne by the losing party, and in practice, they are often borne by the counterparty or paid first from the proceeds of the creditor's claim.

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