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Director’s Retirement Upon Lapse of Directorship Timeframe: Analysis of the Court of Appeal in the case of Dato’ Sri Andrew Kam Tai Yeow v Grandfood
August 28, 2025INTRODUCTION While it may be assumed that the retirement of a director guided by timelines and board terms and ends… -
Enforceability of Arbitration Agreement: Analysis of the Court of Appeal’s Decision in the case of Setia Awan Management Sdn Bhd v SPNB Aspirasi Sdn Bhd [2025] 7 CLJ 578
August 28, 2025INTRODUCTION Arbitration has long been recognized as a preferred mechanism of alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”) for commercial disputes, offering parties… -
Recovery of Gambling Debts in Malaysia: A Turning Point in Dato’ Ting Ching Lee v Ting Siu Hua [2025] 2 MLJ 295
August 26, 2025INTRODUCTION The Federal Court’s decision in Dato’ Ting Ching Lee v Ting Siu Hua [2025] 2 MLJ 295 marks a… -
Powers of Competent Authorities under the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities (Amendment) Act 2024
August 26, 2025INTRODUCTION In December 2024, Malaysia introduced significant amendments to the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act… -
Resolving Conflicts between Shareholders Agreement and Constitution of a Company
August 26, 2025Overview of Golden Crescent Sdn Bhd v PDC Associates Sdn Bhd & Anor [2025] MLJU 1166 INTRODUCTION Disputes between shareholders… -
Invalid Conditions in Commercial Contract: Analysis of Federal Court’s Decision in Detik Ria Sdn Bhd v Prudential Corporation Holdings Limited & Anor [2025] MLJU 575.
August 26, 2025INTRODUCTION Contracts that require prior regulatory approval as condition precedent are generally treated as conditional agreements, enforceable only upon obtaining… -
The Legal Landscape of Rent-to-Own: What You Need to Know
August 22, 2025Rent To Own in Malaysia: Beyond Housing and Into Affordability for All? In today’s challenging economic climate, traditional homeownership or… -
Data Sharing Act 2025: Everything You Need to Know
July 4, 2025The Data Sharing Act 2025 (“the Act”) marks a significant milestone in Malaysia’s commitment to enhancing digital governance through structured… -
Overview of Stamp Duty for Transactional Documents – Federal Court’s Decision in Havi Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd v. Pemungut Duti Setem
May 15, 2025In the recent decision of Havi Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd v. Pemungut Duti Setem [2025] 2 MLJ 845, the Federal…
