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The case of Sime Darby Bhd & Ors v. Dato' Seri Ahmad Zubair @ Ahmad Zubir bin Hj Murshid & Ors (Tun Musa Hitam & Ors, third parties) [2012] 9 MLJ 464 (also reported as 2 MLRH 466) is a significant authority in Malaysian company and procedural law, particularly concerning fiduciary duties among co-directors and the limitations of third-party proceedings for … Continue reading Case Analysis: Sime Darby Bhd & Ors v. Dato’ Seri Ahmad Zubair @ Ahmad Zubir bin Hj Murshid & Ors (Tun Musa Hitam & Ors, third parties) [2012] 9 MLJ 464 →

The case of Pestech Technology Sdn Bhd & Anor v. Syarikat Pembenaan Yeoh Tiong Lay Sdn Bhd [2025] 6 MLRH 562 is a significant High Court decision that reinforces the mandatory nature of arbitration stays and the doctrine of estoppel by conduct in alternative dispute resolution. 1. Case Information Court: High Court Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. Citation: [2025] 6 MLRH 562. Parties: Pestech … Continue reading Case Analysis: Pestech Technology Sdn Bhd & Anor v. Syarikat Pembenaan Yeoh Tiong Lay Sdn Bhd [2025] 6 MLRH 562 →

The case of Fullji Realty Sdn Bhd v. Lim Yong Meng serves as a foundational authority in Malaysian law regarding the breach of warranty of authority by solicitors and the procedural nature of third-party proceedings. Although the judgment was delivered ex post facto following a settlement between the parties, it provides a comprehensive judicial illustration of how such disputes are adjudicated. 1. … Continue reading Case Analysis: Fullji Realty Sdn Bhd v. Lim Yong Meng [2007] 3 MLJ 39 →

Country Garden Danga Bay Sdn Bhd v. Tribunal Tuntutan Pembeli Rumah is a landmark Federal Court decision that clarifies the jurisdictional limits of the Tribunal for Homebuyer Claims and reinforces the doctrine of estoppel by conduct in the context of statutory housing contracts. 1. Case Information Court: Federal Court, Putrajaya. Citation: [2022] 5 MLRA 38. Parties: Country Garden Danga Bay Sdn Bhd (Appellant/Developer) … Continue reading Case Analysis: Country Garden Danga Bay Sdn Bhd v. Tribunal Tuntutan Pembeli Rumah & Anor [2022] 5 MLRA 38 →

The case of Pioneer Haven Sdn Bhd v. Ho Hup Construction Company Berhad & Anor and other appeals [2012] 4 MLRA 210 CA is a definitive authority in Malaysian company law concerning the "proper plaintiff rule," the interpretation of "disposal" under Section 132C of the Companies Act 1965, and the application of the Business Judgment Rule. 1. Case Overview Court: Court of Appeal, … Continue reading Case Analysis: Pioneer Haven Sdn Bhd v. Ho Hup Construction Company Berhad & Anor and other appeals [2012] 4 MLRA 210 CA →

The case of Protasco Bhd v. Tey Por Yee & Another Appeal [2018] 6 MLRA 674 CA is a seminal decision by the Malaysian Court of Appeal regarding the jurisdictional boundaries between court proceedings and arbitration, particularly when a dispute involves non-parties to an arbitration agreement. 1. Case Information Court: Court of Appeal, Putrajaya. Citation: [2018] 6 MLRA 674. Parties: Protasco Bhd (Appellant/Plaintiff) … Continue reading Protasco Bhd v. Tey Por Yee & Another Appeal [2018] 6 MLRA 674 CA →

The case of Sim Chio Huat v. Wong Ted Fui [1982] 1 MLRA 379 FC is a seminal Federal Court authority in Malaysian contract law regarding the waiver of time stipulations, the concept of "time at large," and the prevention principle in construction disputes. 1. Case Information Court: Federal Court, Kuching. Citation: [1982] 1 MLRA 379. Parties: Sim Chio Huat (Appellant/Developer) and Wong Ted Fui … Continue reading Sim Chio Huat v. Wong Ted Fui [1982] 1 MLRA 379 FC →

As we celebrate the vibrant festival of Thaipusam, we would like to extend our warmest wishes to our Hindu colleagues, clients, and friends. Thaipusam is a time of devotion, sacrifice, and the celebration of the victory of good over evil. May this auspicious day bring strength, peace, and prosperity to you and your loved ones. … Continue reading Happy Thaipusam 2026! →

The Duomatic principle is a cornerstone of corporate democracy that prioritizes commercial substance over procedural form. Originating from the landmark English case Re Duomatic Ltd [1969] 2 Ch 365, the principle establishes that if all shareholders entitled to attend and vote at a general meeting reach a unanimous informal agreement on a matter, that agreement is as legally binding as a … Continue reading Understanding the Duomatic Principle in Corporate Law →

The case of TTDI Jaya Sdn Bhd v. Yew Hong Teng & Anor [2017] 1 MLRA 143 (Court of Appeal) is a landmark Malaysian authority concerning the informed judgment principle and the directors' fiduciary duty of disclosure when convening general meetings. Information regarding the specific facts of this case is not detailed within the provided sources; the following summary of facts … Continue reading Case Analysis: TTDI Jaya Sdn Bhd v. Yew Hong Teng & Anor [2017] 1 MLRA 143 CA →