Korea Joongang Daily
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Park Na-rae's managers dispute claims of resolution

Park Na-rae’s former managers disputed the comedian’s claim that they have cleared up misunderstandings, according to a report by Channel A on Tuesday. The former managers have accused Park of workplace abuse.

2025-12-10

Kakao exec accused of making employees work desk at his child's wedding

A senior executive at Kakao is facing internal backlash after allegations surfaced that employees staffed the reception desk and collected cash gifts at the executive’s child’s wedding earlier this month.

2025-11-13

Signing up for death? Half of workplace accident deaths are by subcontracted workers, data finds.

One in two workers who died in workplace accidents last year were subcontracted workers — the highest proportion since the Serious Accidents Punishment Act took effect in 2022 and statistics began being recorded.

2025-10-09

Nearly six in 10 workplace harassment reports meet passive measures: Survey

Nearly 60 percent of people who reported workplace harassment to authorities saw less-than-satisfactory responses, a survey showed Sunday.

2025-08-31

One worker a day dies in Korean shipyards. Why are they so dangerous?

Korea's shipbuilding and steel industries face alarming accident rates, with subcontracted workers often involved. Critics highlight safety sacrifices for productivity, urging reforms to improve conditions and regulations.

2025-08-19

Gov't mulls up to 10 billion won fines for serious industrial accidents

The government and ruling party are pushing a plan to impose extremely high fines on companies responsible for serious industrial accidents, following President Lee Jae Myung’s declaration of a “war on serious accidents.”

2025-08-12

Manager handed suspended sentence for forcing staff to sign marriage contract

A male manager who forced two of his subordinates to vow to marry each other has been given a suspended jail sentence.

2025-07-04

60% of Korean companies struggle to keep new hires, HR survey finds

Six in 10 Korean companies say new hires leave within one to three years, underscoring a persistent challenge in employee retention, a new survey shows.

2025-05-13

Weathercaster's death spotlights scanty protections for freelancers in broadcasting

The death of MBC weathercaster Oh Yoanna after alleged bullying by her colleagues has refocused public attention on weak protections for nonregular workers in the broadcasting industry.

2025-02-11

Politicians across aisle call for parliamentary hearing into death of MBC weathercaster Oh Yoanna

Rival parties are pushing for a parliamentary hearing into allegations of workplace bullying surrounding the death of MBC weathercaster Oh Yoanna.

2025-02-05