China Legal Insights

Global Sources Supplier Dispute: What Should You Do?

09/09/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

For foreign buyers dealing with suppliers in Hangzhou, the local commercial and industrial environment can be an important part of assessing supplier risk. Hangzhou combines… Read More

Made-in-China.com Supplier Dispute: What Should You Do?

09/08/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

Hangzhou is a relevant commercial location for international buyers sourcing from China. Hangzhou combines a strong technology and e-commerce economy with manufacturing and export-oriented industrial… Read More

Alibaba Supplier Dispute: What Should You Do?

09/07/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

Hangzhou is a relevant commercial location for international buyers sourcing from China. Hangzhou combines a strong technology and e-commerce economy with manufacturing and export-oriented industrial… Read More

Trust Across Borders Chapter 4 — When Trust Is Tested

09/04/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

Trust Across Borders Chapter 4 — When Trust Is Tested Published as part of the Trust Across Borders series. When Trust Breaks Down Trust is… Read More

Why Foreign Buyers Should Deal Directly with a Chinese Lawyer in Supplier Disputes

09/03/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

When sourcing from Hangzhou, overseas companies should consider not only the contract itself but also the type of local supplier, the surrounding supply chain and… Read More

Chinese Suppliers Using Foreign Trademarks Without Authorization: How Can Foreign Brand Owners Protect Their Rights in China?

09/01/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

Foreign companies sometimes discover that a Chinese supplier, manufacturer, distributor, or trading company is using their trademark without authorization to manufacture, advertise, or sell products… Read More

Hangzhou Arbitration vs. Litigation: Key Differences and Advantages

08/22/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

When resolving commercial disputes in Hangzhou, foreign companies usually have two main options: arbitration or litigation before a Chinese court. Both methods can provide effective… Read More

Trust Across Borders (Chapter 3): Helping Before Being Hired

08/15/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

Trust Across Borders Chapter 3: Helping Before Being Hired Published as part of the Trust Across Borders series. What Does It Mean to Help Someone?… Read More

Can a Foreign Buyer Sue a Chinese Supplier in Mainland China if Payment Was Made to a Hong Kong Bank Account?

08/14/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

In international trade transactions, many Chinese suppliers, particularly suppliers operating on Alibaba and other international trading platforms, maintain bank accounts in Hong Kong or other… Read More

Loss of Expected Profits in International Sale of Goods Disputes

08/12/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

When one party to an international sales contract unilaterally refuses to perform its contractual obligations, the non-breaching party may suffer losses far beyond the amounts… Read More

How to Legally Terminate a Contract with a Chinese Supplier: Why Legal Representation Matters

08/07/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

Hangzhou is a relevant commercial location for international buyers sourcing from China. Hangzhou combines a strong technology and e-commerce economy with manufacturing and export-oriented industrial… Read More

Can Foreign Victims Report Fraud to Chinese Police Remotely?

08/06/2026  ·  Lyu, Attorney-at-Law (PRC)

Yes — But Without a Chinese Lawyer, the Chances of Success Are Extremely Low Recent reports indicate that some Chinese Public Security Bureaus have begun… Read More