She does not classify as a worker by law.
Koreaboo
On November 20, the Ministry of Employment and Labor closed NewJeans Hanni’s case on workplace bullying.
They stated that it did not constitute “workplace bullying” because “it is difficult to view her as a worker under the Labor Standards Act.”
With this, they revealed that the complaint filed by fans regarding the issue was administratively closed.
Previously, NewJeans held a live broadcast to share and speak up on their position with the company. During the broadcast, Hanni explained her experience with workplace bullying.
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While most netizens understood why they made this decision, they still felt that change needed to be adhered.
- “I can understand after seeing the reason. She doesn’t meet the requirements as a worker.”
- “From the start, it was an issue that she went to the audit as a ‘worker outside of the labor laws.’ Stop talking nonsense.”
- “She isn’t a worker based on the laws, so there’s nothing we can do about it.”
- “How can a celebrity be a worker…what’s not it is not it.”
- “I think the termination of the contract is more correct for this reason. I saw this complaint as more of an expression of opinion, so even if the decision, I hope this can be a stepping stone into thinking a bit more about this matter.”
- “So make some laws, please..why aren’t they grasping the point.”
- “It’s true that she is not a worker by law. What isn’t it, isn’t it.”
- “Anyone can see that she is not a worker. Why are they talking about ripping off taxes from freelancers…”
Previously, the National Assembly Environment and Labor Committee requested her attendance to speak up on the matter.
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She also stated her reason for accepting to attend the live audit.
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