Practice Analysis And Case Study – Conflict Of Interest In Employment Relations

• I. Definition of Conflict of Interest

Conflict of Interest, can be literally understood as a conflict between different interests. As to conflict of interest in labor relations, conflict of interest often refers to the conflicts between employee's personal interests and his/her job responsibilities or employee identity. In another word, "dedication" is a basic requirement for employees, but employees may be driven by personal interests to make decisions or actions that are contrary to this basic requirement. There are usually three key factors for conflict of interest in labor relations: First is the existence of "personal interest". It is reflected in the labor relations as the personal interests of employee, which could be economic benefits, such as cash gains, investment returns, etc., and could also be to seek a special treatment or opportunity; Second is "responsibility", in labor relations, the employee shall provide labor, perform job duties, abide by