by DNH (BD) | Jun 24, 2019 | Dispute Resolution
The recent sex video scandal allegedly involving a prominent politician has raised interesting questions about privacy laws in Malaysia. Can sensitive and private information about anyone be shared without repercussions? Malaysian authorities such as the Malaysian...
by DNH (BD) | Jun 17, 2019 | Dispute Resolution
What is arbitration? Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution mechanism whereby parties agree to have their disputes settled by a third party (i.e. one or more arbitrators). In choosing arbitration, parties agree not to go to court to settle their dispute....
by DNH (BD) | May 21, 2019 | Dispute Resolution
While most of us may have a rough idea about what court proceedings are, not many may be aware of an alternative dispute resolution process known as “arbitration”. While sharing the same objective as court proceedings (i.e.: the aim is to resolve a dispute),...
by DNH (BD) | Feb 19, 2019 | Dispute Resolution
Can a deposit paid under a contract be forfeited without having to prove the damage suffered? The recent Federal Court decision in Cubic Electronics Sdn. Bhd (in liquidation) v Mars Telecommunications Sdn. Bhd. (Appeal No. 02(f)-64-09/2016(W), 21 November 2018) sheds...
by Donovan & Ho | Nov 26, 2018 | Dispute Resolution
If you have a debt of RM 5,000.00 or less owed to you, you have the right to initiate a civil action against the debtor to claim back the amount owed. This process is called a small claims action and it is done through the Magistrates Court pursuant to Order 93 of the...
by Donovan & Ho | Nov 15, 2018 | Dispute Resolution
On 31 October 2018, the Federal Court in Tan Sri Dato Seri Vincent Tan Chee Yion & Anor v Jan De Nul (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd & Anor [Civil Appeal No. 02(f)-8-02/2018(W) (“Jan de Nul Case”) conclusively determined the meaning and effect of an...
