The owner of a small noodle shop was being sued by a former worker for employees' compensation and personal injuries. After the end of the contract, the former employee claimed that she had an accident whilst working in the shop and threatened to sue for compensation. The medical certificates submitted contained inconsistencies casting doubt on whether the alleged injury was caused in the owner shop. Equal Justice assisted the shop owner and within several months, the worker withdrew the claims voluntarily, putting an end to the shop owner legal problem.

Julie had worked loyally as a Migrant Domestic Worker with the same employer for several years. When she discovered she was pregnant earlier this year, she was nervous—but her employer congratulated her warmly. They assured her she’d receive maternity leave and long service payment.

While their relationship was positive, Julie still wanted to ensure everything was clearly documented in writing. Without a legal background, she didn’t know how to protect her rights while maintaining trust.

That’s when she reached out to Equal Justice. Through CLIX, our pro bono matching portal.

lIt’s not something any of us like to dwell on, but while confronting mortality can be difficult, no one wants to leave their loved ones with unnecessary financial or bureaucratic burdens. Advance planning can provide peace of mind for those near the end of life, but unfortunately, seniors with limited financial means are often unable to access legal services to prepare the documents needed. CLIX partnered with AWESUM Care to facilitate pro bono legal services for low income seniors looking to put their affairs in order and provide comfort and reassurance to their loved ones.

Alice came to Hong Kong from Pakistan on a dependent visa after marrying her husband. Soon after arriving, she became pregnant—and the abuse began. Her husband and in-laws were verbally and physically violent. Despite support from a social worker, her repeated reports to the police were ignored.

Kuldeep spent over 20 years as a construction worker helping build Hong Kong. After a serious work injury, he was deemed permanently unfit to work. For two years, he submitted medical certificates, but when his doctor could no longer issue them, Kuldeep—confused and facing a language barrier—struggled to get help.