by DNH (BD) | Jun 11, 2025 | Employment Law
In Fernandez Melissa Joan v Tadika Celik Comel Sdn Bhd, the court had to decide whether an employee could be dismissed for not having a valid work permit – even though she tried to get one. Brief Facts Melissa, a Singaporean, was married to a Malaysian and...
by DNH (BD) | Jun 6, 2025 | Employment Law
On 6 June 2025, LHDN (Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia) issued a media release clarifying the stamp duty treatment for employment contracts, following increased enforcement activities under the Stamp Act 1949. Employers should take note of the latest exemptions and...
by DNH (BD) | May 28, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
This update is most relevant to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Malaysia. It provides an overview of the new qualifying criteria for audit exemption for private companies (Sdn. Bhd.) effective for financial periods beginning on or after January 1,...
by DNH (BD) | May 26, 2025 | Employment Law
Resignations are a routine part of workforce management. Yet, if not handled with care, they can lead to legal uncertainty and operational risks. In most cases, resignations are straightforward. But consider a situation where a problematic employee resigns and the...
by DNH (BD) | May 19, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
This article is most relevant to Labuan foundations, founders, beneficiaries, officers, and secretaries of any Labuan foundations involved in the governance and compliance of Labuan foundations. Introduction to the Labuan Foundation (Amendment) Bill 2024 In December...
