An Injunction Is Not a Victory: Lessons from a Construction Dispute
One of the most common misconceptions in construction litigation is the belief that obtaining an injunction means the applicant has already won the case.
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Civil & Commercial insights
Articles on civil & commercial matters, written by the lawyers who practise in this area.
Construction Disputes in Malaysia: What Smart Contractors Do When Progress Payments Stop
One of the most common misconceptions in the construction industry is that a contractor may immediately stop work whenever payment is delayed. In reality, the legal position is rarely that simple.
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Bankruptcy in Malaysia: Ten Things Most People Get Wrong
Few legal terms create as much fear as the word "bankruptcy." For many people, the moment they hear that someone has been declared bankrupt, they assume that person's life is effectively over.
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CIPAA in Malaysia: A Practical Guide for Contractors Chasing Unpaid Construction Claims
One of the most common frustrations in the construction industry is not defective work, project delays or technical issues. It is getting paid.
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Defamation in Malaysia: More Than Just Insults or Harsh Words
In today's digital age, information travels faster than ever before. A social media post, comment, message or video can be shared, screenshot and permanently preserved within minutes.
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Starting a Business in Malaysia? Ten Legal Principles Every Company Owner Should Understand
Many entrepreneurs focus heavily on developing products, securing customers and generating revenue.
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The Malaysian Courts Have Entered the Digital Age — But Many People Still Imagine the Old System
When most people think about the court system, they often picture stacks of paper files, crowded registries, endless waiting periods and cases that take years to move from one stage to another.
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Think a Debt Below RM5,000 Is Not Worth Pursuing? You May Be Using the Wrong Method.
One of the most common things we hear is this: "The amount is too small. It is not worth taking legal action." Perhaps you lent money to a friend who promised to repay you in a few days but never did.
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