How the IP&IT Court Resolves Trade Disputes in Thailand
The IP&IT Court plays a critical role in safeguarding intellectual property rights and resolving international trade disputes, contributing to Thailand’s innovation-driven economy and its global trade partnerships. This article explores the functions, structure and significance of this specialized court. Unlike most WTO members, Thailand does not automatically grant re-export exemption in all AD and CVD […]
Labor Disputes in Thailand
Labor and employment laws in Thailand are complex. It is important for foreign businesses to grasp these rules to ensure that business operations are carried out with compliance. Employees can bring a dispute to the Labor Court, which is a specialised court. It is also possible for employees to try to resolve the issue through […]
Civil and Criminal Cases in Thailand
Civil cases are lawsuits involving contracts and torts. They include commercial disputes, property issues, employment actions, personal disputes and debt collection. In Thailand, a court of first instance will conduct a preliminary “investigative” hearing to determine whether the case has merit before it can proceed for trial. The judge is the sole arbitrator of the […]