But if that still doesn't work, we'll have to resort to public opinion.
However, he believed the case would be accepted. To put it bluntly, these intermediaries were nothing but parasites on the factories and migrant workers, and they were not yet at the level of a "million boatmen."
This Officer Lu had just thought too much subconsciously.
Moreover, these days, the whole education and training industry could be dealt with harshly, so a mere few labor intermediaries wouldn't have that much impact.
Not to mention, the millions of migrant workers in Dongfang City were the true backbone, in comparison, what were the intermediaries...
"Lawyer Tang, we have accepted your police report. As for whether the case will be filed, we need to wait," finally, Old Lu spoke up.
"No problem, Officer Lu, just follow the procedure," replied Lawyer Tang.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Old Lu watched as Lawyer Tang limped out of the building.
That Ma Jingying actually had the nerve to fall out with Lawyer Tang and then shamelessly come back to me.
Lawyer Tang seems easy to talk to, look how patiently he waits when asked...
After setting down the recorded statement, Old Lu met the officer's gaze.
Five seconds later... Why did I agree to listen? I haven't rested in so long!
Old Tang stepped out of the police station, and the workers outside watched eagerly.
"Don't worry, everyone, the matter is taken care of," Old Tang assured them. "I will keep my promise. Now let's go to the arbitration committee together."
At these words, the workers burst into joyful cheers. Lawyer Tang was truly a man of his word!
At the labor arbitration committee of Guanning District, it was nearly noon, and the place was quiet, the staff pondering what to eat for lunch.
Just then, the door was pushed open and a crowd walked in imposingly.
One of the staff quickly approached and said, "Wait a moment, please wait, what are you here for?"
Old Tang flashed his ID and said, "Obviously for arbitration. What else can we do at the arbitration commission if not arbitrate?"
Looking back at the workers, he added with a smile, "They are all the involved parties, and there are many more who haven't arrived yet."
So many people, and more haven't come yet?
No need to say, chances of getting lunch today were slim. ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇ ꜰʀᴏᴍ N0veI.Fiɾe.net
Old Tang sat confidently at the service window, not noticing a certain Mr. Peng.
A stack of application forms were handed in, and as the staffers were about to speak, Old Tang cut them off. "I know what you're about to say, that this isn't a labor dispatch."
"First take a look at this, then decide if you need to call your supervisor," he said.
The curious staff member glanced at the Decision Document just issued yesterday.
"How could this be labor..." the person began but then stopped, realizing according to the arbitration document, it did indeed resemble labor dispatch.
After calling out, it didn't take long for Old Tang to see the administrator he'd met before.
"Hello again, it's me. Today, we probably have more than fifty applications, all of the same nature. Shall we follow the procedure then?" Old Tang spoke as he took out items from his briefcase—application forms, evidence, power of attorney documents, and the like, all needed.
This time, he had gone a bit too far. Old Wang even called, asking how many more times he would work for free on this case, as it was really difficult for the law firm to balance the books.
Old Tang comforted him and on the fly painted a promising picture, suggesting they would take on a few high-income cases later, which finally silenced Old Wang.
The manager felt dizzy looking at the materials Tang had pulled out.
This Lawyer Tang was too eloquent.
"Xiaofang, it's up to you to examine the case. Just go by the previous situation..." said the manager.
After a glance at the pile of materials, the manager added, "Never mind, I'll call some more people to help."
Overtime was inevitable today.
"Oh, one more thing. I want to apply for preservation of assets before arbitration. I worry that the intermediary company may transfer their assets in advance."
"Also, the company pays workers via personal WeChat accounts. I believe their financial situation must be chaotic, with an indistinguishable mix between corporate and personal assets. I request that the People's Court also freezes the salary payment accounts!"
Applying for asset preservation before arbitration was indeed possible, though one had to appeal to the arbitration institution, which would then make the request to the People's Court.
This was a necessary step. Old Tang could be certain that his actions were already exposed and the other party might transfer assets. If they won the arbitration but couldn't execute the decision, it would be as good as losing.
It was better to be safe than sorry.
"We need to act quickly on this, as it involves the interests of dozens of workers."
At the Jingzhou Lawyers Association office, Old Cheng bluntly said, "Taking cases for free, complaints?"
"Just reply that the complaint is invalid. If he really has no shame, let him post it online. Let's see who is in the wrong!"
Old Song already briefed him on the situation yesterday, and while the legal profession has regulations against providing free legal services,
you often see online that after an incident, some lawyers publicly declare that they will represent someone for free.
Aren't they afraid of being penalized by the lawyer's association?
Of course not. Such pro bono work is purely for the public good. If the association dares to issue a penalty, they'd be fiercely criticized within minutes.
It's the same with Old Tang, workers being maliciously underpaid and struggling to sustain their lives, and here's Lawyer Tang, disregarding his own health, representing them for wage recovery for free. What does that tell you!
Not only should the association refrain from penalizing him, but it should also encourage such behavior!
Furthermore, no department would ever criticize such conduct, they would rather promote it.
Because Old Tang's idea of free is not the same as corporations giving away freebies; when he says free, he means it!