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Hong Kong watchdog seeks $31,900 for family of sacked cancer-stricken helper

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Hong Kong's equality watchdog is pursuing HK$250,000 (approximately US$31,900) in compensation for the family of a deceased domestic helper. The helper was terminated in 2019 after being diagnosed with advanced cervical cancer and subsequently passed away. A court hearing was held to determine the compensation amount, five years after her death and three years after her passing. AI

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Hong Kong watchdog seeks $31,900 for family of sacked cancer-stricken helper

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Fiona Chow ·

    Watchdog seeks HK$250,000 for family of late helper sacked during cancer battle

    Hong Kong’s equality watchdog is seeking about HK$250,000 (US$31,900) in compensation for the family of a domestic helper who was sacked by her employer in 2019 after being diagnosed with advanced cervical cancer and later died. The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) launched l…

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