by DNH (BD) | May 16, 2023 | Corporate and Commercial
Following from the previous article (Part 1), we discussed the restrictions placed on private company limited by shares to raise funds from the public. In this article, we explore (arguably) easier alternatives for companies to raise funds from the public legally,...
by DNH (BD) | May 9, 2023 | Dispute Resolution
Losing a case is disheartening, but litigants have the option of appealing most decisions to a higher court. Not all claims can be appealed as of right. Section 28(1)(a) of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964 (“CJA”) provides that, among others, a matter cannot be...
by DNH (BD) | Apr 25, 2023 | Employment Law
With the ambit of the Employment Act 1955 (“EA”) being widened effective 1 January 2023, the provisions in the EA about salary deductions now apply to all employees. Under section 24 of the EA, employers cannot deduct employee’s salaries unless it is authorised under...
by DNH (BD) | Apr 7, 2023 | Dispute Resolution, Employment Law
In a landmark decision, the Court of Appeal in 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn Bhd v Ashvine A/P Hari Krishnan (Civil Appeal No. W-02(IM)(NCVC)-629-04/2022) (“7-Eleven case”) has held that employees cannot sue their employers for damages for unfair dismissal in the civil court,...
by DNH (BD) | Apr 3, 2023 | Corporate and Commercial
Bribery and corruption continue to be a persistent challenge in the business world, affecting not only the reputation and integrity of companies, but also society as a whole. Transparency International Corruption Perception Index (CPI) latest report provides that...
