What is small claims procedure? The small claims procedure is a relatively cheap, fast and easy way for parties to resolve some types of disputes in the Magistrates’ Court, generally without having to engage a solicitor. What is a “small claim”? A “small claim” is a claim for money where the amount in dispute or…
Introduction Most of the people think that when they have won the case, they will automatically be paid and that is the end of the case. Unfortunately, no, it is not. If the other side (judgment debtor) does not voluntarily pay, all you (judgment creditor) have is a piece of paper that says you are…
Introduction The COVID-19 crisis has fundamentally changed the way that we work on a day-to-day basis. Many common, everyday actions have become unsafe, inconvenient or even, impossible. For example, the execution of contracts and other documents which are typically required to be formalized in person by signing a ‘wet’ signature. This has become increasingly difficult…
Single Status Certificate/ Marital Status Statement: What, Why and How? View Chinese Version What is a Single Status Certificate/ Marital Status Statement? This is a document issued by Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara (JPN) (Malaysia’s National Registration Department”) as a certificate of confirmation of the single (marital) status of an individual. This certificate applies to non-Muslim Malaysian…
This article seeks to discuss about estate administration in Sarawak. In essence, there are two ways to administer a deceased’s assets, that is, by way of probate or letter of administration. Grant of Probate The pre-requisite of applying for a Probate to execute the deceased’s estate is that the deceased must have a valid Will….
Overview Malaysia is the 11th largest oil producing country in the world and the 2nd largest at this in South East Asia. Malaysia is blessed with its strategic location that enables it to grow its oil production industry due to it being spread across the South China Sea from the state of Kelantan in West…
Pursuant to the earlier topic of Introduction to Maritime Law in Malaysia, published on 22 February 2021, in the coming series the basis and elements of Marine Insurance claims will be explored. Time Limit For Claims And Financial Limitations On Carriers’ Liability Under The Rules Time limit for claims The third paragraph of Art. III,…
Pursuant to the earlier topic of Introduction to Maritime Law in Malaysia, published on 22 February 2021, in the coming series the basis and elements of Marine Insurance claims will be explored. Hague-Visby Rules III – The Carrier’s Defences ‘Due Diligence’ Defence Under Art. IV, r.1 This is not a defence, strictly speaking, since if…
Pursuant to the earlier topic of Introduction to Maritime Law in Malaysia, published on 22 February 2021, in the coming series the basis and elements of Marine Insurance claims will be explored. Hague-Visby Rules II – The Carrier’s Duties Period Covered By The Rules Under the terms of Art. II, carriers are subject to the…
Pursuant to the earlier topic of Introduction to Maritime Law in Malaysia, published on 22 February 2021, in the coming series, the basis and elements of the Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea will be explored. Hague-Visby Rules I –Contracts To Which The Rules Apply Contract Of Carriage ‘Covered By A Bill Of…
