by DNH (BD) | Jun 26, 2026 | Employment Law
The Industrial Court recently examined whether the dismissal of a long-serving IT executive for abusing system access and harassing a colleague was lawful. In TAR v Bursa Malaysia Berhad [Award No. 582 of 2026], the Court deliberated on the boundaries of employee...
by DNH (BD) | Jun 25, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
In Malaysia, stamp duty compliance remains a critical yet often misunderstood area of law, especially for businesses with high volumes of agreements such as employment contracts, service agreements, leases, and novation deeds. With the shift to the self-assessment...
by DNH (BD) | Jun 22, 2026 | Employment Law
Introduction Social media activity can be used as a ground for dismissal, as employers increasingly scrutinize the same, even those made after working hours or in private forums. While the Federal Constitution grants employees the right to freedom of speech, this...
by DNH (BD) | Jun 19, 2026 | Corporate and Commercial
This article is relevant to startup founders, private limited companies, investors, venture capital funds, angel investors, and legal or corporate advisors operating in Malaysia. It provides an overview of the Employee Share Option Plan (“ESOP”) and key legal,...
by DNH (BD) | Jun 11, 2026 | Employment Law
On 14 January 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MOHA) announced revisions to the Employment Pass (EP) Policy, effective 1 June 2026. The changes align with the Thirteenth Malaysia Plan (RMK-13), which seeks to reduce reliance on expatriates by progressively filling...
