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Implementing a Voluntary Separation Scheme (VSS): Frequently Asked Questions for Employers
Feb 23, 2026 | Employment Law
Voluntary Separation Schemes (“VSS”) are commonly adopted by employers as part of workforce restructuring or cost-rationalisation exercises. It allows employees…... -
Case Spotlight: Using Exit Interviews to Justify Dismissal
Feb 10, 2026 | Employment Law
In TLK v Platinum Phase Sdn Bhd [2025] ILJU 240, the Industrial Court looked closely at a common HR practice:…... -
Case Spotlight: Poor Performers Are Not Entitled to Termination Benefits
Feb 06, 2026 | Employment Law
Poor performance due to culpable incompetent and inefficiency are misconduct and can be cause for dismissal’ (Mohd Hilmi Alham v…... -
Case Spotlight: Is a Domestic Inquiry Necessary When the Employee Admits to the Misconduct?
Jan 29, 2026 | Employment Law
It is not uncommon for the requirement of a “due inquiry” to be discussed alongside in the context of a…... -
Overlapping Public Holidays for Federal Territory Day and Thaipusam (1 February 2026)
Jan 16, 2026 | Employment Law
The Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM) has released a statement announcing that 1 February 2026 (Sunday) is gazetted as…... -
Case Spotlight: Salary Deductions
Dec 23, 2025 | Employment Law
The Employment Act 1955 (“EA”) prevents employers from deducting from an employee’s wages unless allowed under the EA. A key…... -
Case Spotlight: Hospitalization Leave Covers Weekends and Public Holidays
Nov 14, 2025 | Employment Law
Employees are entitled to sick leave and hospitalization leave under the Employment Act 1955 (“EA 1955”). However, the EA 1955…... -
Case Spotlight: Industrial Court is Empowered to Grant Cease and Desist Orders
Nov 13, 2025 | Employment Law
If a party to Industrial Court proceedings takes steps to undermine the process or create further industrial unrest while a…... -
Case Spotlight: Employers Should Consult Trade Unions Even When the Collective Agreement Is Silent
Nov 10, 2025 | Employment Law
Under most collective agreements, employers are required to consult the trade union before making key decisions that affect workmen. But…... -
Case Spotlight: Discovery Applications at the Industrial Court
Oct 31, 2025 | Employment Law
Discovery applications are commonly used in the civil courts to compel the other party to share documents, information, or evidence…... -
The Firing of Lim Teong Kim: Industrial Court Finds Perak FC Acted Without Just Cause
Oct 29, 2025 | Employment Law
The Industrial Court in Lim Teong Kim v. Perak FC Sdn Bhd (Award No. 1255 of 2025) delivered a significant…... -
Sleeping at Work: Misconduct but Not Dismissal Worthy?
Oct 10, 2025 | Employment Law
Sleeping at work is a misconduct, but it may not always be the case that it warrants dismissal. A dismissal…... -
Employer Obligations in Reporting Crimes at Work
Sep 22, 2025 | Employment Law
Employers occasionally face difficult situations when allegations of employee misconduct involve potential criminal offences, such as drug use, theft, or…... -
Case Spotlight: Termination Without Reason – A Costly Lesson for Employers
Sep 17, 2025 | Employment Law
Can an employer dismiss an employee without giving any reason, by relying on the notice clause? The Industrial Court has…... -
Case Spotlight: Post-Retirement Fixed Term Contract
Sep 09, 2025 | Employment Law
Fixed-term employment contracts are widely used in Malaysia to engage employees for a defined duration. When structured properly, they can…...
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