Wednesday, 24 June 2026 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Sexual Harassment Complaints in the Workplace: Managing Risk, Compliance and Tribunal Proceedings About this talk Sexual harassment complaints can expose employers and organisations to significant legal, operational and reputational risks if not handled appropriately. What may begin as an internal HR issue can quickly escalate into…
Can a company director be both a decision-maker and an employee at the same time? The Court of Appeal in Woon Kim Choy v Acexide Technology [2024] MLJU 3109 (“Woon Kim Choy”) has answered this crucial question: Yes, a director can also be an employee if a genuine contract of service exists, even if the…
Thursday, 18 December 2025 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Resignations Under Pressure: Avoiding Forced Resignation and Constructive Dismissal Claims About this talk Resignations are not always as straightforward as they appear. In today’s workplace, management decisions such as restructuring, transfers, demotions or remuneration adjustments can be perceived as pressure tactics that “push” an employee to…
In certain mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, the treatment of employees can be one of the most sensitive and legally complex aspects of the deal. Unlike some jurisdictions that have specific Transfer of Undertakings Protection of Employment (“TUPE”) regulations, Malaysia does not have an equivalent statutory regime. However, there are legal and practical considerations that…
The Industrial Relations (Amendment) Regulations 2025 [P.U.(A) 153/2025] (“IRAR 2025”) came into force on 15 May 2025, introducing significant revisions to the Industrial Relations Regulations 2009 (“IRR 2009”). These latest changes aim to streamline union recognition procedures, enhance the resolution of workplace disputes, and clarify processes related to secret ballots and dismissal representations. Key Amendments…
Wednesday, 28 May 2025 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Termination of Employment and Claims for Wrongful Dismissal About this talk Are you an employer navigating terminations or an employee exploring your rights after what seems like a wrongful dismissal? Join our award winning Employment Law team for a practical session on the legal framework governing…
The Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (“OSHA 1994”) is the primary legislation which governs the safety, health and welfare of persons at work against risks to safety or health arising out of the activities of persons at work in Malaysia. On 27.10.2021, the Dewan Rakyat passed the Occupational Safety and Health Bill 2020 (“OSHB”),…
Wednesday, 13 November 2024 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Managing Misconduct in the Workplace About this talk TJoin us for a focused session on addressing misconduct in the workplace. This talk will cover strategies to identify inappropriate behaviours early, understand their impact on the work environment, and apply effective legal and organisational policies for disciplinary…
Q&A on Employment Law in Malaysia 1. What are the laws and regulations governing employment, labour and industrial relations in Malaysia? The main laws and regulations include: Employment Act 1955 Industrial Relations Act 1967 Minimum Wages Order 2018 Minimum Retirement Age Act 2012 Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 Employment (Restriction) Act 1968 Children and…
In Malaysia’s fiercely competitive business landscape, the ability to attract and retain top talent is more crucial than ever for corporate growth and sustainability. Companies are increasingly recognizing that the key to employee retention lies not just in traditional rewards but in offering more substantial stakes in the company’s success. Equity Incentive Plans (EIPs) are…
In the dynamic employment landscape in Malaysia, facilitating and ensuring a positive and productive work environment is crucial for the success of any organisation. Employment law in Malaysia is mainly governed and regulated by the Employment Act 1955. Organisations generally implement standard operating procedures and other internal policies to ensure compliance with the various provisions…
Wednesday, 13 December 2023 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Absenteeism and Abuse of Annual and Medical Leave About this talk Employee absenteeism and abuse of annual and medical leave are common problems faced by employers. This talk will explain the law on absenteeism and annual and medical leave, before exploring what sanctions employers may impose…
It is common for employment contracts to contain a clause that prevents the employee from working for a competitor in the same industry for a predetermined period of time after the expiration or termination of the employee’s contract. Such a clause is commonly known as a “non-compete clause” and typically reads: “The Employee shall not…
