Labor Law Update: Flexible Employment Legal Boundaries Discussed

In recent years, the platform economy has developed rapidly, and flexible employment models have become increasingly common.

In 2026, courts in multiple regions, when hearing labor disputes involving platform workers such as delivery riders and ride-hailing drivers, have increasingly focused on the substantive employment relationship.

For enterprises, flexible employment compliance management requires standardizing employment contracts, clarifying rights and obligations, and strengthening occupational safety measures.