by DNH (BD) | Jun 14, 2024 | Employment Law
Constructive dismissal occurs when an employee resigns due to the conduct of their employer, which leaves them with no reasonable choice but to quit. A recent case in the Federal Court, Tan Lay Peng v RHB Bank Berhad & Anor [2024] MLJU 840, reaffirms the legal...
by DNH (BD) | Jun 12, 2024 | Employment Law
Recognised trade unions under the Industrial Relations Act 1967 ought to be given due regard by employers in workplace matters. However, it is not so straightforward when such trade unions are in the process of seeking recognition, or when trade unions who do not have...
by DNH (BD) | Jun 4, 2024 | Employment Law
In CSY v Lepcon Tools (M) Sdn Bhd (Award No. 1 of 2024) the Industrial Court took a stern stance against an employee who failed to respect the Industrial Court’s system by ordering her to pay costs to her employer after her unfair dismissal claim was rejected. The...
by DNH (BD) | May 31, 2024 | Employment Law
While trade unions are entitled to lodge trade disputes complaints, are employers always on the defensive? After all, there may be instances where employers are legitimately aggrieved by the actions of the trade union. In the employers’ arsenal of rights, section...
by DNH (BD) | May 27, 2024 | Employment Law
Enforcing post-termination confidentiality obligations is often easier said than done. Former employers can often face difficulties in obtaining the evidence to substantiate their complaints. To enforce such obligations, the former employer must show evidence of such...
by DNH (BD) | May 6, 2024 | Employment Law
In the dynamic landscape of the corporate world, businesses consistently strive to retain their top-performing individuals. Preserving a cohesive and talented workforce is essential, and companies often implement measures to safeguard against talent attrition when an...
