Disputes Vague termination notices won’t suffice, Seoul court reminds employers Hospital’s termination of doctor ruled unfair after notice cited only vague “management reasons” rather than specific grounds for dismissal iStock.com/Valerii Evlakhov Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Wednesday 03 June 2026 In a new ruling, the Seoul Administrative Court has reminded South Korean employers that it is unlawfully dismiss an employee without detailing the reason for their termination in writing. 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... Recruitment Fast-tracking veterans is gender discrimination, Seoul court rules Health & Safety South Korea’s top court rules language barrier caused construction site death Future of Work South Korea apex court takes aim at workplace ageism Labour Reforms South Korea to increase “labour police” in oversight shake-up