by DNH (BD) | Apr 11, 2025 | Employment Law
Before 1.1.2021, representations for unfair dismissal were referred to the Industrial Court by the Minister of Human Resources (“HR Minister”). Any party wishing to challenge an Industrial Court award had to do so via judicial review. With the Industrial Relations...
by DNH (BD) | Apr 3, 2025 | Employment Law
A show cause letter is a formal document issued by an employer requesting an employee to explain or justify conduct that may violate company policies or employment terms. It is typically part of an investigation process, giving the employee an opportunity to present...
by DNH (BD) | Mar 21, 2025 | Employment Law
Chinese New Year is a time of renewal, gratitude and prosperity. Many companies use this occasion to show appreciation to their employees through festive gestures such as giving red packets (ang pow). However, are employers obligated to give red packets (ang pow)...
by DNH (BD) | Mar 14, 2025 | Employment Law
The recent Court of Appeal decision in Saharunzaman bin Barun v Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd & Anor [2025] CLJU 3 reinforces that the test for constructive dismissal remains the “contract test” rather than the “reasonableness test.” However, when...
by DNH (BD) | Mar 12, 2025 | Employment Law
Under the Employment Act 1955, sexual harassment is defined as: Any “unwanted conduct of a sexual nature, whether verbal, non-verbal, visual, gestural or physical, directed at a person which is offensive or humiliating or is a threat to his well-being, arising out of...
by DNH (BD) | Feb 25, 2025 | Employment Law
In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies frequently undergo restructuring to improve efficiency and better align resources with their goals. As part of these changes, reporting lines may shift, which is often necessary for the company’s growth. However,...
