Wednesday, 8 May 2024 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Applying to Commute Death and Life Sentences under Malaysia’s 2023 Criminal Law Reforms About this talk Join us for an essential webinar designed to guide families through the process of applying for commutation for loved ones facing the death penalty or natural life imprisonment. With recent…
Wednesday, 13 March 2024 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Redeemable Convertible Preference Shares: Raising Capital for Your Business About this talk Businesses need cash to grow. Instead of taking more loans from banks, have you considered raising funds you need from investors? Consider redeemable convertible preference shares (“RCPS”) and how RCPS can address your capital…
Wednesday, 28 February 2024 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Delays and Damages: LAD Insights and Updates for Developers About this talk As a developer, avoiding delays in the delivery of vacant possession and minimising the payment of liquidated damages or liquidated ascertained damages (LAD) to purchasers is critical to profitability and sustainability. Join us in…
Wednesday, 21 February 2024 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Navigating the Path from Unofficial Adoptions to Legal Adoptions About this talk Many well-intended parents have adopted children through unofficial or informal means, sometimes with birth certificates which refer to them as the birth parents. The initial years often go by without issue, but questions and…
Wednesday, 29 November 2023 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Money Laundering Offences: Understanding Risks and Compliance under AMLA 2001 About this talk Navigating the details of money laundering laws is vital in today’s business landscape. Prepare your business with an in-depth understanding of the legal framework, penalties for non-compliance, and effective strategies for risk management…
Wednesday, 25 October 2023 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Understanding Damages for Medical Negligence: Types, Trends and Tactics About this talk Have you or your loved ones been affected by medical negligence? Unsure about the types of damages you can claim against healthcare professionals and institutions? Recent Malaysian court cases involving brain-damaged infants with multi-million…
Wednesday, 12 July 2023 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Understanding Probate Disputes and Resolving Contentious Probate Proceedings About this talk Managing estates can sometimes become complicated, leading to conflicts and disputes among beneficiaries. Issues such as mismanagement of assets by executors, forged wills, or intentional exclusion of rightful beneficiaries can create challenging situations. In Malaysia,…
Wednesday, 7 June 2023 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Navigating Divorce Obligations: Insights on Varying and Enforcing Decree Nisi Orders About this talk Upon the dissolution of a marriage, individuals often face ongoing obligations outlined in a decree nisi, including financial support for their spouse and children, as well as the transfer of matrimonial assets….
Wednesday, 3 May 2023 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Medical Negligence Claims: What Patients and Their Families Need to Know About this talk If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to medical negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. But navigating the claims process can be daunting and you may have a…
When patients suffer brain injuries as a result of medical negligence, they may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost income (in the case of adult patients), general damages for pain and suffering and loss of amenities of life, future damages, etc. In this article, we explore various successful claims in medical negligence and…
Friday, 2 December 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Living Trust vs Testamentary Trust: What’s the difference? About this talk A living trust, sometimes called an inter vivos trust, involves the execution of a revocable or irrevocable trust deed. A testamentary trust arises from the terms of a deceased’s will. Which is better to protect…
Since publishing our article “FAQ on Drink Driving in Malaysia” in July 2020, there have been several important amendments to the law on driving under the influence of alcohol (commonly referred to as “drink driving”) in Malaysia. The key amendments concern the lower limits of alcohol allowed and the heavier punishment for drink driving following…
Effective administration of construction contracts is critical for a productive business relationship between the parties involved. The construction process is one that is complex, specific, long-drawn and requires detailed documentation. It is also a project in which so many things can go wrong resulting in serious losses all around. In order to reduce risk and…
