India
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- Compliance is key: Given that employment is a highly regulated sector and the judicial trend is to lean towards employees, employers must ensure strict compliance with laws.
- Employers must harmonise business considerations with applicable laws, for example, in relation to restructuring and non-compete.
- Existing company policies (drafted in foreign jurisdictions) must be synced with Indian law requirements.
- Non-compliance usually has both civil and criminal consequences. However, certain legislations provide for compounding of criminal offences.
- While dealing with employee issues, the distinction between blue and white collar employees must be borne in mind.
Co-Authored by Samiron Borkataky.