Gordon Chan, Esq

Another Case of Neglect in Public Housing Declaration

Gordon Chan, Esq — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:32:53 +0000

In WKS 7358/2025, Mr Gordon Chan mitigated on behalf of a defendant summonsed for neglecting to furnish information in a declaration. After considering her circumstances, the Magistrate acknowledged that the defendant was remorseful and imposed a fine of $6,000.

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Interview by Phoenix TV on Claw Machines and Gambling

Gordon Chan, Esq — Sat, 24 May 2025 01:42:59 +0000

Phoenix TV's programme Hong Kong Perspectives 香港新視點 interviewed Mr Gordon Chan about the recent regulatory gap regarding claw machines in Hong Kong.

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The Case of a Used Man

Gordon Chan, Esq — Tue, 20 May 2025 04:08:06 +0000

A typical case of money laundering turns out to be a case of exploitation. A man of limited intelligence was being used, deceived, and charged. The case was unconditionally withdrawn after representations were made on his behalf.

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Unlawful Alienation of Land

Gordon Chan, Esq and Kimberlie Chu — Fri, 09 May 2025 09:10:13 +0000

A case of misuse of public housing resources presents unusual legal difficulties. Mr Gordon Chan and Ms Kimberlie Chu acted pro bono for an elderly lady, persuading the Housing Department to withdraw the summonses by way of ONE/BO under rare circumstances.

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CRHK1 Interview on Surrogacy Regulations and Medical Ethics

Gordon Chan, Esq — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:06:20 +0000

CRHK1 “On a Clear Day” interviewed Mr Gordon Chan about regulations on reproductive technologies, surrogacy, sex selection services, and the underlying medical ethics.

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i-Cable News Interview on Surrogacy Regulations

Gordon Chan, Esq — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 13:07:21 +0000

i-Cable News interviewed Mr Gordon Chan about a company suspected of offering surrogacy and sex selection services abroad.

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Witness for the Prosecution

Gordon Chan, Esq — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:30:17 +0000

While a criminal conviction may serve as evidence in a civil trial, an acquittal does not aid the defendant in civil proceedings.

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New Breach of Trust Theft Sentence Calculator

Gordon Chan, Esq — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 14:17:36 +0000

A new Sentencing Calculator is now available for theft cases that involve a breach of trust, such as an employee stealing from an employer.

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What makes an “advertisement”?

Gordon Chan, Esq — Sat, 05 Apr 2025 13:43:59 +0000

The thin line between product display and advertising was examined in the High Court regarding the sale of cigarettes in a convenience store.

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Increased Employees’ Compensation in 2025

Gordon Chan, Esq — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 01:50:22 +0000

The employees’ compensation scheme of Hong Kong sees a rise in compensation levels from 17 April 2025.

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