Employment law

Worker claims demotion and transfer breach contract in harassment case aftermath

Worker claims demotion and transfer breach contract in harassment case aftermath

Malaysian court examines whether employer's actions after misconduct allegations constitute dismissal

Hiring or firing with AI? Employers face potential legal exposure, says lawyer

Hiring or firing with AI? Employers face potential legal exposure, says lawyer

From CV screening to staff cuts, AI is reshaping HR, but Christopher Tan of K&L Gates says legal responsibility ultimately still rests with employers

Employee fired for undisclosed side business during work hours, sparks court battle

Employee fired for undisclosed side business during work hours, sparks court battle

Malaysian industrial court considers worker's defence of small profits and good intentions

Singapore's Employment Act overhaul to shake up leave, wages and dismissal rules

Singapore's Employment Act overhaul to shake up leave, wages and dismissal rules

"Small businesses, in particular, may find it challenging to absorb these additional costs," says employment lawyer

Malaysia requires job contracts to be stamped from next year: reports

Malaysia requires job contracts to be stamped from next year: reports

Requirement comes amid non-compliance among employers on stamp duty

Factors in deciding damages for ‘injury to feelings’ in discrimination cases

Factors in deciding damages for ‘injury to feelings’ in discrimination cases

UK appeal tribunal reduces damages due to lack of evidence about effects of discrimination on worker