Wednesday, 7 September 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Software Development: What to know about the New Standard Form Contract by AIAC About this talk The need to enter into software development contracts is becoming increasingly regular as businesses integrate digital technology to stay ahead. In response, the Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC) has recently…
Wednesday, 24 August 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Copyright Notifications and Infringements About this talk Are you an author, composer, content creator or business owner who has wondered how to better protect your copyright? Do you know how notifying the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) of your copyright adds value to your creation…
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm What to know if you’re stopped for drink driving or other road traffic offences About this talk The police have recently ramped up operations to curb drink driving, reckless driving, the use of mobile phones while driving, speeding and failing to observe traffic lights. Do you…
Wednesday, 27 July 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Strata Living Issues: Inter-floor leakages & Short Term Rentals About this talk Inter-floor leakages and short term rentals are common issues faced by owners and the property management in a strata development. What does the law have to say about these problems? What are your rights…
Thursday, 7 July 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm “Serious Professional Misconduct” in MMC Disciplinary Inquiries About this talk The Code of Professional Conduct of the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) provides a detailed process for complaints against a registered medical practitioner. How does the complaint process work and what constitutes “serious professional misconduct”? Join us…
Thursday, 23 June 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Land Acquisition for Redevelopment Projects in Malaysia About this talk In light of the recent large scale redevelopment projects in Malaysia, the legality acquisition of existing buildings for redevelopment is called into scrutiny by the landowners and stakeholders involved. This talk will examine the land acquisition…
Wednesday, 8 June 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Company Constitutions: Are They Necessary? About this talk All companies are governed by the provisions of the Companies Act 2016. Previously, under the Companies Act 1965, it was mandatory for companies to have a Memorandum and Articles of Association (M&A). Now under the Companies Act 2016,…
Wednesday, 15 June 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Liquidated Damages for Late Delivery of Vacant Possession under the Housing Development Act About this talk As a property developer, are you facing a flood of claims for liquidated damages from purchases for the late delivery of vacant possession? Does the period for vacant possession…
Wednesday, 25 May 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Differentiating Between Employees and Independent Contractors to Avoid Unfair Dismissal Claims About this talk Many businesses incorrectly assume that they can engage “independent contractors” instead of as “employees” to avoid certain employer responsibilities. However, claims for unfair dismissal by “independent contractors” can succeed if the Industrial…
Wednesday, 27 April 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Minority Shareholders’ Rights About this talk Do you know your rights as a minority shareholder? Are your controlling shareholders conducting the company’s affairs in an unfair or prejudicial manner? While company law allows shareholders to make decisions by majority, the Companies Act 2016 does afford minority…
Wednesday, 6 April 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Trademark Infringement and Passing Off About this talk What can you do if someone uses your trademark, logo or brand name without your consent? Or are you concerned that your business might have infringed someone’s registered or unregistered trademark? What are the possible defences to a…
Wednesday, 23 March 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm The Offence of Criminal Intimidation and Rights during Arrest, Remand and Bail About this talk What is criminal intimidation and when does it amount to an offence under the Penal Code? Do you know what rights an arrested person has during a police arrest and whether…
Wednesday, 23 February 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Setting Aside an Adjudication Decision – Can it be done? About this talk What can a claimant or respondent do upon receiving an unfavourable adjudication decision? While an adjudication decision cannot be appealed, an application can be made to the High Court to set it aside….
