Yulchon has published its February 2026 Korean Labor Law Update, highlighting key statutory amendments and recent Supreme Court decisions shaping the labor and employment landscape in Korea. The update reviews significant regulatory developments and landmark court rulings with important implications for employers.

Statutes & Regulations

• Introduction of Short-Term Childcare Leave
• Improvements to Risk Assessment System
• Introduction of Safety and Health Public Disclosure System

Cases

• Korean Supreme Court decides performance-bonus cases, clarifying which performance bonuses are “wages.”
• Korean Supreme Court holds that manager’s recording is not tortious.

To find out more, please download the document attached.