30Sep
ARTICLE: LEGAL PROFESSIONAL PRIVILEGE (PART 1)
Did you know that any information, document, or communication shared between you and your lawyer during legal consultation is protected by law under ‘legal professional…
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19Sep
AN INTRODUCTION TO SECTION 17A MACC ACT 2009 – CORPORATE LIABILITY
Section 17A of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act (MACC Act) 2009 represents a significant development in the nation’s effort towards combatting corruption that is prevalent…
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COMBATING WINDING UP
Introduction When a company is served with a Notice pursuant to Section 466 of the Companies Act 2016 by a creditor without Judgment, it generally…
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FROM THEORY TO PRACTICE: A GLIMPSE INTO MY LIFE AS AN INTERN AT MESSRS HASRINA HAKIMI
INTRODUCTION Prior to the internship, I was warned by friends and seniors that working in a law firm could be tough—especially in places with toxic…
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CONSTRUCTION ADJUDICATION PROCESS (Vol. 2)
Payment Claim & Payment Response under the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012 (Act 746) (‘CIPAA 2012’) Prior to commencing an adjudication under the…
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CONSTRUCTIVE DISMISSAL: UNDERSTANDING YOUR RIGHTSAS AN EMPLOYEE
In cases of constructive dismissal, employees are typically forced to quit due to unfair treatment(s) by their employers. For example, a transfer or re-designation of…
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Guide for Scheme of Arrangement and Restraining Order under the Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia
What is a Scheme of Arrangement? A Scheme of Arrangement is a legal mechanism used by companies to reorganise their financial structure or debt repayment…
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STAY INFORMED: LEGAL TIPS FOR INVESTORS
Introduction Many times, we know of instances where individuals fall victim to investment scams. This scene is all too common, particularly during these times where…
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LEGAL PRINCIPLES ON THE STRIKING OUT A WINDING UP PETITION
The guiding legal principles on the striking out of a winding up petition is trite and well-settled in reliance upon Order 18 Rule 19(1) and…
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CONSTRUCTION ADJUDICATION PROCESS (Vol. 1)
INTRODUCTION Construction Adjudication is governed by the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012 (Act 746) (‘CIPAA 2012’) and Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Regulations…
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