Health & Safety South Korea court rules argument that led to death a workplace injury Judiciary increasingly taking “holistic, worker-friendly” approach to compensation claims iStock.com/tupungato Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Thursday 04 June 2026 An argument between colleagues that led to a manager’s death has been adjudged work-related in a broadening of what counts as a workplace injury in South Korea. 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... Health & Safety South Korea’s top court rules language barrier caused construction site death Health & Safety South Korean bakery worker dies after 80-hour workweek Health & Safety Samsung exec’s death after three days of drinking ruled work-related Health & Safety Air gun assault on migrant triggers labour probe in South Korea