Can An Ex-Wife Claim Land That Is Under The Ex-Husband’s Name?
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Can An Ex-Wife Claim Land That Is Under The Ex-Husband’s Name?

The ex-wife who has paid or even withdrawn money during the sale and purchase of the land has the right to the property even thought it has been registered in the name of the ex-husband by the way the ex-wife inserted a caveat on the land grant. The Sister-In-Law Is Not Working And Wants To…

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO BEFORE SUING SOMEONE OR HIRING A LAWYER?
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WHAT SHOULD YOU DO BEFORE SUING SOMEONE OR HIRING A LAWYER?

CONTACT THE RELEVANT BODIES BEFOREHAND Did you know about the existence of several government and non government bodies that serve to solve your daily problems? For instance, if your neighbour is conducting renovations that are trespassing and causing damage to your house, you can actually report this matter to your Local Authorities such as Majlis…

YOUR NEIGHBOUR IS TRESPASSING YOUR LAND?
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YOUR NEIGHBOUR IS TRESPASSING YOUR LAND?

Are you overwhelmed by issues of  encroachment on your land? Need an  effective solution to protect your rights? “A MAN’S HOME IS HIS CASTLE” Section 44(1)(a) of the NLC provides  that as the legal landowner, you have  the exclusive right to use and enjoy not  just the land’s surface but also the air  space above…

Are You An Employer Or An Employee? Know Your Rights  Under Employment Laws!
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Are You An Employer Or An Employee? Know Your Rights  Under Employment Laws!

The Employment Act 1955 is a vital piece of legislation in Malaysia that governs the conditions of employment for worker. It set out the rights and obligations of both employers and employee. The most recent amendment to the Employment Act in Malaysia was made in 2022, which came into effect on 1st January 2023. These…

Is it Permissible Not To Attend the Court When We Receive A Summons?
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Is it Permissible Not To Attend the Court When We Receive A Summons?

A Judgment in Default (JID) of Appearance is issued against a defendant when they fail to enter an appearance within the prescribed period after being served with a Writ of Summons or an Originating Summons. This indicates the defendant’s failure to respond or defend their case in court. A JID may take the form of…

Discharge of Contract by Performance
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Discharge of Contract by Performance

Section 38(1) Contracts Act 1950 stated that parties to contract must either perform or offer to perform their respective promises, unless such performance has been dispensed with by any law. General Rule is the performance must be exact and precise in accordance with what have been agreed. Section 39(1) Contracts Act 1950 Where a party…

LEVEL OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE DECEASED’S INHERITANCE
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LEVEL OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE DECEASED’S INHERITANCE

In short, it can be classified into 3 types of stages:- CAN LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION BE CANCELED OR AMENDED? Yes, the Court has powers under Section 34 of the Probate and Administration Act 1959 which states as follows: “Any probate or letters of administration may be revoked or amended for any sufficient cause” There is…

What Is Summary Judgement?
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What Is Summary Judgement?

A Summary Judgement is an application/procedure in which the party (usually plaintiff but either party can apply) applies to the court for an early judgement under Order 14 of the Rules of Court 2012. A party usually applies for a Summary Judgement when they intend to shortcut the proceeding without going for a full trial….

WHAT TYPES OF PROPERTY THAT CAN BE INHERITED?
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WHAT TYPES OF PROPERTY THAT CAN BE INHERITED?

IS THE DEBT LEFT BY THE DECEASED CONSIDERED AS AN INHERITANCE? WHO WILL MANAGE THE INHERITANCE OF THE DECEASED? If the deceased did not leave a will, the heirs need to discuss who is eligible to be the administrator. The administrator needs to be officially appointed either by the High Court, Small Estate Office or…