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Anti-doxxing law begins to bite

By Arthur Chan Hong Kong, 12 December 2022: Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog has secured the first conviction under the city’s new anti-doxxing regime while also making arrests in nine other suspected cases. These are the first significant actions under the Personal Data (Privacy) (Amendment) Ordinance 2021, which came into effect on 8 October last year […]

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Happy days are (almost) here again

Doha, 7 December 2022: Who doesn’t love a bit of Bing Crosby? The genial American crooner and actor – notable star of The Road to Hong Kong with buddy Bob Hope – always saw the sunny side of life, as illustrated by one of his biggest hits: You got to ac-cent-tchu-ate the positiveE-lim-i-nate the negativeAnd […]

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Ties renewed in Kuala Lumpur gathering

Hong Kong, 6 December 2022: A busy agenda and multiple networking opportunities highlighted Ally Law’s long-awaited Asia Pacific Regional Meeting in Malaysia. The gathering was the region’s first in three years due to the global pandemic. Boase Cohen & Collins Partner Fiona Chan and Associate April Kong were among the delegates who descended on EQ, […]

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Law & More: Episode 21 – Christine Loh

Hong Kong, 5 December 2022: In the latest episode of Law & More, we are delighted to welcome one of Hong Kong’s best-known public figures, Christine Loh. In her diverse and distinguished career, Christine has been a Legislative Councillor, academic, environmental campaigner, government minister, commodities trader and author. She speaks with our Senior Partner Colin […]

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A reminder about wage obligations

By Alex Liu Hong Kong, 29 November 2022: The impact of Covid-19 on Hong Kong’s economy has been underscored by media stories about firms failing to pay wages on time and falling behind with pension fund contributions. But even in these difficult times, the government has made it clear employers are expected to meet their […]

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BC&C duo are admitted as Solicitors

Hong Kong, 28 November 2022: There were scenes of celebration outside the High Court in Admiralty on Saturday as Nicole Chong and Kyle Ho became the latest talented legal professionals with Boase Cohen & Collins to be admitted as Solicitors in Hong Kong. Family, friends and work colleagues were on hand to share their landmark […]

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Kicking Covid thoughts into touch

Doha, 23 November 2022: Brazilian football icon Pele popularised the phrase “the beautiful game” – o jogo bonito in his native Portuguese – although its exact origin is unclear. He had every reason to love his chosen sport: one of the finest players of all time, he won the World Cup on three occasions. His […]

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Equality drama reflects real life

By Gabriella Chan Hong Kong, 17 November 2022: The staging of an acclaimed play, We Are Gay, at the West Kowloon Cultural District’s Xiqu Centre last week coincided with another landmark moment for Hong Kong’s LGBTQ+ community. While the drama – a highlight of the 2022 Hong Kong Arts Festival – was being acted out […]

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Gabriella Chan enhances BC&C team

Hong Kong, 10 November 2022: We are pleased to welcome experienced lawyer Gabriella Chan to Boase Cohen & Collins as a key addition to our Family Law team. Gabriella, who joins as an Associate, is proficient in a range of matters arising from the matrimonial context, including divorce and separation, children and financial applications, committal […]

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After the party, a pandemic hangover

Hong Kong, 9 November 2022: Jonah Lomu best summed up the unique appeal of the Hong Kong Sevens: “If you get bored, turn around and watch the rugby!” The late All Blacks icon adored the tournament, memorably returning to take part (and triumph, for a third time) in the 1996 edition when he was the […]

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The tipples that take their toll

Hong Kong, 16 October 2024: “Getting your head down, sweetie? Jolly good idea!” So says Leonard Rossiter after causing Joan Collins to spill a drink on herself aboard a flight. It was one of a series of classic TV ads starring the pair promoting Cinzano vermouth, with Rossiter’s social-climbing buffoonery always ensuring the icily elegant […]

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Law & More: Episode 45 – Anoop Gidwani

Hong Kong, 14 October 2024: In the latest episode, we welcome forensic accountant and tenacious investigator of white collar crime Anoop Gidwani, who has recently left the Independent Commission Against Corruption after 37 years of distinguished service. As well, Anoop’s unwavering commitment to integrity extends to cricket, a sport he continues to serve with distinction […]

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Updating copyright for the AI landscape

By Susan Cheung and Nicole Chin Hong Kong, 7 October 2024: The Commerce and Economic Development Bureau and the Intellectual Property Department have jointly published a consultation paper, taking a significant step towards modernising Hong Kong’s copyright regime in response to the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). The paper addresses key issues regarding copyright […]

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Ian McWalters delivers compelling talk

Hong Kong, 2 October 2024: A large audience gathered at the University of Hong Kong to hear former Justice of Appeal Ian McWalters deliver the sixth annual HKU-Boase Cohen & Collins Criminal Law Lecture. His talk, “The Exercise of Discretion in the Criminal Justice System”, examined discretionary decision making by law enforcement, prosecutors and judicial […]

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The blurred lines of ‘medical beauty’

By Teresa Leung Hong Kong, 25 September 2024: Our city’s largely unregulated “medical beauty” industry is back in the news following the jailing of a beautician over a botched botox injection. It is the latest in a string of cases featuring unlicensed medical practices – some of them leading to permanent physical damage or even […]

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