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Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
The former employee ("former employee") filed an application for leave to apply for judicial review against his former employer, Petroliam Nasional Berhad ("Petronas").
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
A popular food chain faced public scrutiny after its controversial employment policies gained attention on social media.
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
The Claimant was heading a division of the Sales Department and was dismissed on the grounds of redundancy. This arose following a restructuring exercise to: (a) optimise and flatten...
Donovan & Ho
In the complex realm of employment law, unfair dismissal claims can be a challenging battleground for both employers and employees.
Donovan & Ho
A trade union has to be recognised before it can bargain with the employer.
Donovan & Ho
A knuckleduster is a weapon designed to be worn around the knuckles, to be used in hand-to-hand combat.
Donovan & Ho
What are the implications when an employee embarks on a new job with a different employer without formally resigning from their existing position?
Veon Szu & Kok Thye
Many would think innovative technology is at the heart of everything in the fast and furious startup world. But as the old saying goes, your people are your business's most precious assets...
Donovan & Ho
Independent contractors have become an integral part of modern business operations, offering flexibility and specialized skills that can enhance a company's capabilities.
Donovan & Ho
In unfair dismissal claims, the primary remedy is reinstatement. While it is generally rare for an employer to offer reinstatement to a recently dismissed employee, there are still some reported instances where employers do make such offers.
Donovan & Ho
In the wake of the global pandemic, workplaces faced unprecedented disruptions. One such challenge was managing emergency leave due to the pandemic due to lockdowns, restrictions in movements, and the rise of remote working.
Lee & Poh
On 17 November 2023, it was announced that OpenAI's board had made the decision to remove Sam Altman as CEO. The board said that Altman "was not consistently candid in his communications" ...
Donovan & Ho
What happens if an employer is wound-up before an unfair dismissal claim against it can be completed?
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
The employee was hired as the Regional Sales Manager. He was tasked with leading a team of sales executives. His initial 6-month probationary period was extended due to performance issues.
Azmi & Associates
Termination of an employee is a sensitive and critical aspect of the employer-employee relationship. It requires careful consideration and adherence to legal and ethical principles.
Herbert Smith Freehills
Malaysia recently introduced the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act 2022 (ASHA) which, once fully implemented, will provide an avenue for an individual...
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
When faced with the issue of an arrest of an employee by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission ("MACC"), employers must be cautious in handling such a delicate matter.
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
The gig economy involves the exchange of labour and resources, typically on digital platforms which connect freelancers with customers to provide short-term services or asset-sharing.
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
Only last year, it was reported that 51% of Malaysia's workforce experienced work-related stress[1]. Mental health is a crucial topic to be discussed, as it is paramount...
Herbert Smith Freehills
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