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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท South Korea/Korean 1d ago Economy & Trade

Baegdabang Franchisee Settles with Employee for 5.5 Million Won; Business Operations Suspended by Thebon

Translated from Korean.

Summary

A Baegdabang franchise owner received 5.5 million won in settlement from a part-time employee. The More the Better (Thebon) company announced that it will suspend the franchise's business operations.

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh โ€” South Korea

A troubling incident has led to significant repercussions for a Baegdabang franchisee. The owner reportedly received a substantial settlement of 5.5 million won from a part-time employee, a situation that has drawn the attention and intervention of The More the Better (Thebon), the company overseeing the Baegdabang brand. In response to the circumstances surrounding this settlement, Thebon has decided to suspend the franchise's business operations.

The owner received 5.5 million won in settlement from a part-time employee.

โ€” HankyorehDescribing the financial settlement between the franchisee and the employee.

This action by Thebon signals a firm stance against potential exploitation or unfair practices within its franchise network. The substantial settlement amount raises questions about the nature of the dispute between the owner and the employee. The company's decision to suspend operations indicates that the situation is serious enough to warrant a temporary halt to business, pending further review or resolution.

Thebon will suspend the franchise's business operations.

โ€” HankyorehAnnouncing the company's decision regarding the specific franchise.

The suspension of the franchise's business serves as a warning to other franchisees about the importance of maintaining ethical and fair treatment of all staff. It highlights Thebon's commitment to upholding its brand values and ensuring a just working environment for employees across its network. The outcome of this situation will likely be closely watched by other franchisees and employees within the Korean food service industry.

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