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Case Spotlight: Terminating a Probationer
Aug 21, 2026 | Employment Law
In the case of Nagendrani a/p Ravichandran v Appsmiths Sdn Bhd [Award No. 1046 of 2026], the Industrial Court examined…... -
Stamp Duty Special Voluntary Disclosure Programme Extended to 31 December 2026 — Don't Miss Your Last Chance to Regularise Unstamped Instruments and Obtain a Penalty Waiver
Aug 19, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
Previously in January 2026, the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (“HASiL”) introduced the Stamp Duty Special Voluntary Disclosure Programme (“PKPS”),…... -
Are Backdated Medical Certificates (MC) valid?
Aug 17, 2026 | Employment Law
Sick leave is a well-established statutory right, subject to a valid Medical Certificate (MC). However, an employee may sometimes produce…... -
Case Spotlight: Omitting Material Facts During A Job Interview
Aug 13, 2026 | Employment Law
In JIT v Jerald Gomez & Associates [Award No: 862 of 2026], the Industrial Court considered whether an employee could…... -
Can You Fire an Employee After Only Two Days?
Aug 10, 2026 | Employment Law
Hiring the wrong person can be a costly mistake, but can an employer terminate a new hire almost immediately? In…... -
What Every Director Must Know About Their Duties Under the Companies Act 2016
Aug 07, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
Many business owners and founders automatically become directors when they incorporate a company. In the early stages, the focus is…... -
Case Spotlight: The Right to Disconnect
Aug 04, 2026 | Employment Law
Can an employer discipline or dismiss an employee for failing to respond to work communications after office hours? Two recent…... -
"Ali Baba" Arrangements: When a Subcontract Becomes Unenforceable
Jul 30, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
Subcontracting arrangements play an important role in the delivery of construction projects. However, not every arrangement described as a “subcontract”…... -
Legal Updates on Stamp Duty Audit Framework (2026 Edition)
Jul 23, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
To improve voluntary stamping compliance under the new self-assessment system, the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (“HASiL”) issued the new…... -
Case Spotlight: ‘Minimum Service Term’ in Employment Contracts
Jul 21, 2026 | Employment Law
Can an employer require an employee to remain employed for a minimum period, failing which the employee must “reimburse” the…... -
Consumer Protection or Commercial Sabotage? The Legal Risks of Comparative Marketing in the Digital Age
Jul 17, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
As businesses increasingly leverage social media to engage consumers and differentiate their products, comparative marketing and public commentary on competitors’…... -
Case Spotlight: Compliance with Company Policy
Jul 15, 2026 | Employment Law
Employees are required to comply with company policies, failing which the employer may take disciplinary action for misconduct. A recurring…... -
Automated Decision-Making and Profiling Guideline (“ADMP”)
Jul 09, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
As businesses increasingly rely on automation, it’s important to understand when automated decision-making and profiling may trigger legal obligations under…... -
Case Spotlight: When Misconduct Allegations Are Linked to Medical Conditions
Jul 02, 2026 | Employment Law
Employers are expected to observe due process when dealing with misconduct cases. This includes conducting proper investigations, issuing clear charges,…... -
Stamp Duty Considerations in Malaysian M&A Transactions (Share Sales vs Asset Sales)
Jun 30, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
In Malaysia’s contemporaneous mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market, share sales and asset sales are typically the two most commonly used…...
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