The development of increasingly sophisticated software has prompted the emergence of a distinct subset of escrow agreements known as source code escrow agreements.

In Malaysia, generally an employer is responsible for the application of a valid pass for his foreign employee. It may be an Employment or Professional Visit Pass for an expat employee or a Visit Pass...

On 25.7.2023, the Indonesian Trade Safeguard Committee ("ITSC") initiated a safeguard investigation on the imports of Slag Wool, Rock Wool, and similar Mineral Wool (including Mixtures thereof)...

The classification of individuals as either employees or independent contractors has long been contentious. This stems from the significant economic and legal implications associated with each category.

As projects progress, stakeholders often identify necessary changes to the original plan. These changes can range from minor adjustments to major alterations to the project's scope, timeline, or budget.

The Ministry of Economy has recently launched the National Energy Transition Roadmap ("NETR") Part 1 as a step towards reaching Malaysia's net-zero emission target by transitioning...

On 19.5.2016, in the case of IQSB v Ketua Pengarah Hasil Dalam Negeri, the High Court held that telecommunication towers are "plant".

On 14 August 2023, the Indonesian Anti-Dumping Committee ("KADI") initiated an anti-dumping investigation against the exports of Polypropylene Copolymer ("Product")...

While it is entirely natural to form friendships with colleagues or personnel at the workplace, certain equations may amount to a conflict of interest at odds with company ethics and values.

On 26 July 2023, the Federal Court allowed the appeal against the Court of Appeal's decision in Koperasi Sahabat Amanah Ikhtiar Bhd v RHB Investment Bank Bhd [2022] 6 MLJ 722...

As projects progress, stakeholders often identify necessary changes to the original plan. These changes can range from minor adjustments to major alterations to the project's scope, timeline...

In recent years, an increasing number of Malaysian and foreign companies have embraced arbitration as an alternative means for resolving their commercial disputes.

The rise of digital currencies has generated widespread public attention and interest as to their proper tax treatment.

In CNLT (Far East) Berhad (In Liquidation) v Maybank Investment Bank Berhad & Anor, the Court of Appeal struck out a Notice of Appeal filed by the Liquidators of CNLT (Far East) Berhad on the ground that no prior leave of Court ...

In Malaysia, employers may dismiss employees on various grounds, such as misconduct, poor performance, or redundancy. Employees may also find themselves (i) constructively dismissed when a fundamental...

In Malaysia, employers may dismiss employees on various grounds, such as misconduct, poor performance, or redundancy. Employees may also find themselves (i) constructively dismissed...

Data breaches have become increasingly rampant in recent years and Malaysia is no exception. The consequences of data breaches for companies can be devastating...

Chanel emerges victorious in its lawsuit against luxury reseller What Goes Around Comes Around (WGACA).

Double Taxation Agreements1 (DTAs) have become increasingly important in regulating taxation matters when cross-border businesses are involved. DTAs safeguard taxpayers by preventing...

Lately, the Customs has been rejecting applications for special refund of sales tax made under Section 190 of the Goods and Services Tax Act 2014 ("GST Act").