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South Korean Supreme Court Ruling Recognizes State Responsibility for Disability Access, Boosting Calls for Reform

South Korean Supreme Court Ruling Recognizes State Responsibility for Disability Access, Boosting Calls for Reform

SEOUL, Dec. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – In a landmark decision, South Korea’s Supreme Court has held the state accountable for inadequate accessibility for people with disabilities, ordering compensation and setting a precedent for broader systemic reform. On December 19, the court ruled that the government must pay KRW 100,000 (approximately $70) in damages to each plaintiff [...]

Supreme Court Confirms Fine for Pastor Who Publicly Outed Individual’s Sexual Orientation

Supreme Court Confirms Fine for Pastor Who Publicly Outed Individual’s Sexual Orientation

SEOUL, Nov. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – The Supreme Court upheld a ruling that ordered a pastor to pay a fine of 500,000 won (US$362.52) for exposing and denouncing the sexual orientation of an individual without consent, judicial officials said Friday. The church pastor, surnamed Seo, was indicted on defamation charges for revealing that the victim, [...]