November 14, 2024

Are Half-Truth Statements Defamatory?

Are Half-Truth Statements Defamatory?   To succeed in a defamation claim, it must be established that (1) a defamatory statement exists, (2) such statement refers to the […]
September 23, 2024

Forest City Special Financial Zone

Forest City Special Financial Zone   Introduction The Malaysian government launched the Forest City Special Financial Zone (SFZ) on Friday, 20th September 2024. Forest City, a […]
September 18, 2024

Subsidiary Legislation Pursuant to the Cyber Security Act 2024

Subsidiary Legislation Pursuant to the Cyber Security Act 2024   Introduction In light of the Minister appointing 26 August 2024 as the commencement date for the […]
September 4, 2024

Redefining Boundaries: The Intersection of Private Investigation Practice and Anti-Stalking Laws

Redefining Boundaries: The Intersection of Private Investigation Practice and Anti-Stalking Laws   Introduction More often than not, when we think of “Private Investigators” (“PIs”), our minds […]
August 9, 2024

Malaysia’s New Regulatory Framework for Internet Messaging Service and Social Media Service Providers

Malaysia’s New Regulatory Framework for Internet Messaging Service and Social Media Service Providers   Introduction The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (“MCMC”) has recently introduced a […]
July 23, 2024

Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Bill 2024

Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Bill 2024 Introduction On 10 July 2024, the Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Bill 2024 (“Amendment Bill”) was officially tabled in the Dewan […]
July 19, 2024

Tried and Tested: The “Contract Test” is the Applicable Test in Constructive Dismissal Cases

Tried and Tested: The “Contract Test” is the Applicable Test in Constructive Dismissal Cases Given the diversity of facts surrounding constructive dismissal claims, it is timely […]
June 18, 2024

The “Stayed Proceedings” Dilemma – When Does the “Limitation Clock” Stop in a Court Action Stayed Pending Arbitration?

The “Stayed Proceedings” Dilemma – When Does the “Limitation Clock” Stop in a Court Action Stayed Pending Arbitration? The Limitation Act 1953 (“Act”) is often discussed […]
June 11, 2024

Starting the Limitation “Stopwatch” – The Importance of “Discoverability of Breach” in Tortious Actions Resulting in Latent Damage

Starting the Limitation “Stopwatch” – The Importance of “Discoverability of Breach” in Tortious Actions Resulting in Latent Damage   The Limitation Act 1953 (“Act”) limits the […]