An good sample of Franchise Agreement that you can DIY. DATED THIS (insert date) DAY OF (insert month)(insert year) BETWEEN [Company Name](COMPANY NO : xxxx )(FRANCHISOR) AND (FRANCHISEE) [Solicitors Name] [Address] [Name] [Address] Tel : Fax…
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What happens when only one party makes a promise?
In terms of OFFER and ACCEPTANCE, there are two different types of contract: unilateral and bilateral. Most conracts are bilateral, which means that each party takes on an obligation, usually by promising the other something, i.e. A promises to sell…
Understanding Money Laundering Offences under Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001
Introduction Section 3(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLATFA) defines “money laundering offence” as an offence under subsection 4(1). S.4(1) reads as follows: Any person who – (a) engages, directly or indirectly,…
Rideable Motorised Suitcases: A Modern Convenience or a Safety Concern?
Introduction Rideable suitcases, similar to electric scooters, are often powered by lithium-ion batteries, making them useful for short-distance travel, particularly in airports. Many of these rideable suitcases can reach speeds of up to 13 km/h, which is similar to the…
The Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act (Act 852)
On 25th September 2024, Health Ministry said that the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act (Act 852) will officially take effect on October 1. The Act covers regulations on the registration, sale, packaging, labelling and the prohibition of…
Sexual Offences Against Children
Introduction Sexual violence against children is a gross violation of children’s rights. It can take many forms, including sexual abuse, harassment, sexual exploitation in prostitution, and so on. Each of these acts causes immediate harm while having long-term consequences for…
Unsolved Murder Cases in Malaysia
Introduction Malaysia has witnessed several high-profile unsolved murder cases that continue to haunt the nation. 1. Audrey Melissa Bathinathan Audrey Melissa Bathinathan was a 17-year-old student at the Methodist Girls’ School in Kuala Lumpur. She resided with her mother, Margaret…
Missing Children in Malaysia
Introduction On average, two children below the age of 18 went missing in Malaysia every day from 2021 to 2023. According to Bukit Aman Sexual, Women and Child Investigation Division chief assistant director Siti Kamsiah Hassan, between 2021 and 2023,…
Understanding Genocide: Legal Definitions and Historical Case Studies
Introduction The term ‘genocide’ was first introduced by Raphael Lemkin, a Polish-Jewish legal scholar, from the Greek root ‘geno’ which means race, nation, or tribe, and ‘caedere’ which means killing. Lemkin proposed to outlaw genocide in the League of Nations.…
Legal Aspects of Khitbah: Conditions and Breach in Islam (2)
Introduction ‘Betrothal’ or ‘khitbah’ is an agreement between a man and a woman to marry. It occurs when the proposal a man makes to a woman, either personally or through an intermediary, is accepted. Betrothal is not a marriage contract.…
Legal Aspects of Betrothal: Requirements, Breach, and Remedies for Non-Muslim (1)
Introduction A promise to marry, also known as betrothal, is an agreement between two parties to get married sometime in the future. While there are generally no specific legal provisions governing the promises to marry in Malaysia, the principles under…
Doping in Sports
Introduction According to the International Olympic Committee, doping is defined as the use of substances or techniques in any form or quantity alien or unnatural to the body with the exclusive aim of obtaining an artificial or unfair increase in…
The Path to Equality: Malaysia’s Constitutional Amendments for Automatic Citizenship of Children Born Abroad to Malaysian Mothers
Introduction Historically, Malaysian mothers have faced significant challenges in obtaining citizenship for their children born abroad. Children born overseas to Malaysian mothers who marry foreign spouses, unlike those born overseas to Malaysian fathers, are not automatically granted citizenship, and the…
Kidnapping in Malaysia.
Kidnapping has been a complex and serious issue that is influenced by several factors, such as political instability, economic conditions, social unrest and law enforcement efforts. Kidnapping might happen on everyone regardless the age and location. It is not only…
Maternity & Paternity Leaves In Malaysia
When was paternity leave introduced in Malaysia? 1 January 2023 However, in line with international norms, Malaysia will introduce statutory paternity leave in the amendments to the Employment Act 1955 that will take effect on 1 January 2023. Under the amended…
Bukit Aman probing MyKad misuse cases during state polls
Bukit Aman will probe further over 90 reports of misuse of MyKad during polling day for the six-state elections. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said the reports were made when voters discovered that their MyKad was used by…
Muhyiddin succeeds in bid to get power abuse charges quashed.
The prosecution will also seek a stay of proceedings for Muhyiddin Yassin’s money laundering charges pending the appeal. PETALING JAYA: The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) will appeal against the High Court’s decision to acquit former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin of four…
Deforestation in Malaysia
Law of Malaysia Act 313 (National Forestry Act 1984) Deforestation is a common issue in Malaysia for years. Deforestation occurs when forests are depleted through logging and not replacing trees. The most prevalent motive for land clearing is to make…
Animal Cruelty On The Rise In Malaysia
There is a worrying trend of rising animal mistreatment in Malaysia. Cruel treatment of an animal harms a sentient being. This act of animal cruelty is not unintentional. Given that it is a deliberate act against a living person, it…
10 Unfamiliar Laws of Malaysia
Penal Code Malaysia (Law of Malaysia Act 574) 1. Section 294 Obscene songs Whoever, to the annoyance of others – (b) sings, recites or utters any obscene song, ballad or words in or near any public place, shall be punished…
Blood Donor Recruitment, Selection and Care
“Every blood donor is a hero”, donating blood helps other people to maintain good health or allow them to stay alive. Indeed, donating blood does bring kinds of advantages but not only saving people’s lives. Blood donor can gain emotional…