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Last and Testament Will Affirmed In Sarawak
According to Section 2(1) of the Wills Act 1959 defines Will as the intention and declaration made by a testator that he or she desires to distribute his or her property. An individual is to...
Most Common Stamp Duty Waiver Applicable in Malaysia as in October 2022
1. First Time Home Buyer Exemption Order Type of Instrument that can be Waived from Stamp Duty P.U. (A) 53 Memorandum of Transfer P.U. (A) 54 Facility Agreement • Applicable to First Time Buyer (the...
FAQS – Grant of Probate, Letters of Administration and Transfer of Deceased’s Property
Preliminary Questions My family member (deceased) has passed away, how do I administer or deal with the assets left behind? If the deceased passed away leaving a will, the executor(s) named in the will would...
Right of Appeal – in Civil Matters
When deciding whether to initiate a Court action, it is common for people to be concerned what if they lose their case, what if the Court’s decision is not in their favour etc. FEAR NOT...
Soalan Lazim: Faraid
Harta apa yang boleh difaraidkan? J: Harta yang didaftarkan di bawah nama Si Mati seperti: a) Harta Tak Alih: tanah dan rumah. b) Harta Alih: wang simpanan bank, saham, KWSP, Tabung Haji, iInsurans, barang kemas...
Solan Lazim: Hibah
Apakah Hibah? J: Hibah adalah pemberian harta secara kasih sayang kepada sesiapa yang dikehendaki ketika Penghibah masih hidup dan tanpa balasan. Adakah saya perlu mendapatkan persetujuan ahli waris yang lain sebelum saya menghibahkan harta saya?...
Soalan Lazim: Wasiat
Apakah wasiat? J: Wasiat adalah pe...
Flow To Discharge Bankruptcy In Malaysia
Being bound by a ‘bankrupt’ status is oftentimes burdensome because bankrupts would be restricted from carrying out what a normal person could do such as travelling overseas (unless with a written permission from the Director...
Updates on Real Property Gain Tax (RPGT) 2022
One of the highlights of the Budget 2022, proposed by Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz, our Minister of Finance, is that the disposal of real property by individual citizens and permanent residents (Part I...
Foreigner Purchase of Property
Purchase of Properties in Malaysia by Foreigners With the blooming of the real property market in Malaysia, it is an ideal time for foreign investors to invest in the country. It is often said that...
Conventional v Islamic Loan
The Differences Between a Conventional and Islamic Housing Loan and the Consequences of Default Regardless of whether you are a Malaysian or a foreigner, you are spoiled with choices of housing loans offered by banks...
Divorce when the Whereabouts of Spouse is Unknown
This article aims to discuss the procedures to divorce when the whereabouts of the spouse is unknown. The only way to dissolve a marriage when the whereabouts of the spouse is unknown is to file...
The Basic Procedure on How a Strata Management Bodies May Recover Outstanding Maintenance Charges
The Strata Legislations provides for the maintenance and management of strata schemes and comprehensive procedures, scope of power and duties to different types of management bodies. Thus, it is essential for these different Strata Management...
The Principles of AR Registered Post
The article seeks to discuss on the principles of AR Registered Post with reference to relevant case law and statute. What is AR Registered Post? Apart from the personal service, another method for service of...
Most frequently asked questions for small claims procedure in Malaysia
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...
Enforcement of Judgment in Malaysia
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...
E-Signing : A Faster, Easier and Safer Way to Sign Your Documents
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...
FAQs for Single Status Confirmation in Malaysia
Single Status Certificate/ Marital Status Statement: What, Why and How? 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...
Detailed procedure to apply for a Probate and Letter of Administration
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...
Introduction to the legal and regulatory canvas of the Malaysian Petroleum Industry
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 17)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 16)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 15)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 14)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 13)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 12)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 11)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 10)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 9)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 8)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 7)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 6)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 5)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 4)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 3)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 2)
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...
Law Of The Carriage Of Goods By Sea (PART 1)
Pursuant to the earlier topic of Introduction to Maritime Law in Malaysia, published on 22 February 2021, in the coming series, as restated by Chakra Thillainathan, the basis and elements of the Law Of The...
Admiralty Law Part 16
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Liability For Marine Pollution...
Admiralty Law Part 15
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Duties and liabilities of...
Admiralty Law Part 14
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Towage contracts The contract...
Admiralty Law Part 13
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. The concept of salvage...
Admiralty Law Part 12
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Limitation Of Liability Scope...
Admiralty Law Part 11
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Civil Liability For Collision...
Admiralty Law Part 10
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Criminal liability for navigational...
Admiralty Law Part 9
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Seamanship and the Collision...
Child Marriage in Malaysia
The issues of child marriage have evolved over the year, which is evident through news and critics comment from academician through publishing articles. Nevertheless, child marriage is still allowed in Malaysia and just last year,...
Admiralty Law Part 8
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Ship sale and purchase...
Admiralty Law Part 7
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Shipbuilding contracts The contract...
Admiralty Law Part 6
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Ship Mortgages Nature Of...
Admiralty Law Part 5
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Ownership And Management Registration...
Admiralty Law Part 4
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Ship Arrest And Jurisdiction...
Admiralty Law Part 3
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Procedure for enforcement of...
Admiralty Law Part 2
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 Admiralty Law will be explored. Enforceability of claims under...
Admiralty Law Part 1
Pursuant to the earlier topic of Introduction to Maritime Law in Malaysia, published on 22 February 2021, in the coming series, as restated by Chakra Thillainathan, the basis and elements of Admiralty Law will be...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 16
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Dispute...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 15
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. International...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 14
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Legal...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 13
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Principle...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 12
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Rights...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 11
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Concept...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 10
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Rights...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 9
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Definition...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 8
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Contiguous...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 7
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Right...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 6
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Territorial...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 5
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Law...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 4
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Third...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 3
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. Four...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 2
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 International Laws of The Sea, will be explored. First...
International Laws Of The Sea – Part 1
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 International Law of The Sea, as restated by Chakaravarthi...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 31
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. Rights Of Third...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 30
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. The Insurer’s Right...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 29
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. Insurer’s Right Of...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 28
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. The measure of...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 27
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. The Measure Of...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 26
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. The Measure Of...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 25
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. The Sue And...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 24
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. Causation The proximate...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 23
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. Excepted Risks Excepted...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 22
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. War, Political And...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 21
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. Marine Risks The...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 20
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. Implied Warranties Implied...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 19
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. Conditions Precedent And...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 18
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. Express warranties Definition...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 17
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. Attachment, Duration And...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 16
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. Premium Introduction The...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 15
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. The Assured’s Agent...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 14
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. Remedies Avoidance Meaning...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 13
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. The Insurer’s Duty...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 12
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. The Assured’s Post-Contractual...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 11
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. The Pre-Contractual Duty...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 10
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. Persons Who May...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 9
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. Valuation of Insurable...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 8
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. Change Of Voyage,...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 7
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. Duration of Risk...
Maritime Insurance Law Part 6
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. Floating Policies &...
The Role of Due Diligence in Private Acquisition
The Importance of Due Diligence in Private Acquisitions What is Private Acquisition? Private Acquisition refer to transaction whereby a buyer (“Buyer”) acquires privately owned companies, businesses or assets in Malaysia by way of either (i)...
Private Acquisition in Malaysia- Share Sale vs Business Sale
Private Acquisition in Malaysia: Share Sale vs Business Sale | Agreement In Malaysia, the two most common ways of acquisitions of privately owned companies, businesses or assets are by way of (i) acquisition of shares...
Digital Signature & Electronic Signature As Coping Tools During Covid-19 Endemic
More and more organisations and businesses have begun to fully embrace digital transformation as the world persevered through a pandemic and now an endemic. Many businesses in Malaysia are forced to change their modus operandi...
Vacant Possession
Grab Deliveries of Vacant Possession Selling a piece of property that is already built and standing would make the job of delivering vacant possession a lot easier for the Vendor. The same cannot always be...