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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...

It is common practice for employers to hire employees under fixed term contracts in Malaysia. A fixed term employment contract is a contract for a specific period of time only.

Recently, the High Court of Penang has resolved the confusion on the correct mode to challenge an Industrial Court Award in the High Court

A popular food chain faced public scrutiny after its controversial employment policies gained attention on social media.

The Labour Court in Nadushalian & 4 Ors v Offimo Marketing Sdn Bhd considered whether lorry drivers could fall within the definition of "employee" within the Employment Act 1955 and thus entitling them to rest day pay and public holiday pay.

Employee absenteeism is a common and recurring problem faced by employers in Malaysia.

Employment agreements are commonly drafted by the employers hinged on the provisions envisaged in the Employment Act 1950 and comprises of critical terms and conditions...

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.

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" ...

Malaysian employment law requires employers to have "just cause and excuse" before terminating their employees.

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.

During the period of MCO, apart from all the other restrictions listed in the Special Address, companies are compelled to close their premises.

In today's world, employment is a fundamental aspect of life for individuals, making it essential to understand and protect the rights of both employees and employers. Employment law...

We have prepared the following FAQs, which we hope will assist you with some of the issues that you may be facing during the Period.

The Workers' Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities (Amendment) Act 2019 ("Amended Act") was due to come into effect on 1 June 2020 in Peninsular Malaysia and the Federal Territory of Labuan.

The ambit of the Employment Act 1955 ("EA 1955") will change effective from 1.9.2022 pursuant to the Employment (Amendment of First Schedule) Order 2022 ("Amendment Order"), in conjunction...

Due to the sudden spike in Covid-19 cases in Malaysia, the Government on 16 March 2020 announced the MCO to take effect from 18 to 31 March 2020.