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Case Spotlight: Union’s Locus Standi in Collective Bargaining

Case Spotlight: Union’s Locus Standi in Collective Bargaining

by DNH (BD) | Jul 18, 2025 | Employment Law

When a union no longer has any members in a particular establishment, does it retain the legal standing to continue collective bargaining on behalf of employees?  The Industrial Court addressed this in Maswings Sdn Bhd v Airlines Workers’ Union Sarawak (Award No....
Case Law Spotlight – Overlooked Approvals in Share Disposals: A Costly Mistake in Regulated Sectors

Case Law Spotlight – Overlooked Approvals in Share Disposals: A Costly Mistake in Regulated Sectors

by DNH (BD) | Jul 15, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial

A recent Federal Court decision in Detik Ria Sdn Bhd v Prudential Corporation Holdings Limited & Anor [2025] MLJU 575 has underscored a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of share disposals: the need to verify and obtain prior regulatory approvals where required....
Understanding the Rights and Responsibilities of Franchisees in Malaysia Under the Amended Franchise Act

Understanding the Rights and Responsibilities of Franchisees in Malaysia Under the Amended Franchise Act

by DNH (BD) | Jul 11, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial

This article is relevant to franchisees operating in Malaysia, as well as businesses exploring franchise opportunities. It provides an overview of the key legal rights, obligations and compliance requirements under the Franchise Act 1998 (“Act”) and its subsequent...
Case Spotlight: When “Mutual” in a MSA isn’t Mutual

Case Spotlight: When “Mutual” in a MSA isn’t Mutual

by DNH (BD) | Jul 9, 2025 | Employment Law

Mutual Separation Agreements (MSAs) are widely used to bring employment relationships to a close on amicable terms. When done properly, an MSA can help employers avoid protracted litigation and offer employees a dignified exit.  However, any missteps can instantly...
Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) Act 2024 – Malaysia’s Green Future

Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) Act 2024 – Malaysia’s Green Future

by DNH (BD) | Jul 4, 2025 | Corporate Newsletter

This update is particularly relevant for businesses in energy production, manufacturing, chemical industries, and heavy industries with high CO2 emissions, as well as those involved in carbon capture technologies and sustainability initiatives. The Dewan Negara...
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