Labour lawsuit due to alleged work accident. Estudio Olaechea is representing the client in a lawsuit filed by a former employee seeking compensation due to an alleged work accident. The plaintiff sued three companies: (i) Sinohydro, (ii) the consortium that was the employer, and (iii) another company part of the consortium.
Strategic advice and defence throughout dispute: Our firm is advising on the defence and legal representation of the companies. This case is important due to the economic impact on the companies involved, and also to prevent a future precedent against the client.
Key player in global large-scale construction: Sinohydro is a multinational construction and engineering corporation of Chinese origin. It is a significant player in the global construction industry, executing large-scale infrastructure projects across various sectors, including energy, water conservancy, transportation, and civil works. It has over 4,000 employees in Peru, where it oversees multiple projects.
Latest development: We continue to advise the client on this matter as it is still ongoing.