Disputes New Zealand judge overrules exclusive jurisdiction clause in Korean Air contract Judge found pilot did not have sufficient connection to island nation in complex cross-border dispute iStock.com/jcheris Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Thursday 26 March 2026 A New Zealand court has ruled that a governing clause in a pilot’s labour-hire contract was not enough to force Korean Air to litigate in the island nation. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Disputes Tokyo court uses Dutch law to decide KLM cabin crew dispute Benefits Air India finds widespread abuse of staff travel perks Collective Bargaining Arbitrator approves Air Canada pay deal after unprecedented strikes Disputes Qantas hit with record AU$90m fine for illegal covid layoffs