An original Issue Document of Title (IDT) is a copy of the Register Document of Title. An original IDT is proof of ownership issued to the registered owner of a property. A master title of a housing development can be subdivided into individual titles or strata titles. The individual title applies to landed properties, shophouses, …
Defamation law is a legal framework that protects individuals and entities from false statements that harm their reputations. It’s designed to strike a balance between freedom of speech and the right to protect one’s reputation from unjust attacks. Individuals and entities need to be aware of their rights and responsibilities and be more cautious when …
A shareholder agreement is a crucial legal document that governs the rights, obligations, and relationships among shareholders in a company. In Malaysia, such an agreement plays a vital role in safeguarding the interests and rights of the shareholders and ensuring smooth operations of the company. This article aims to provide an overview of the essential …
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By Chloe Lim & Tanushaa Dewi The Meaning The word lien in French, means band or tie. This French word is derived from the Latin word, ligamen which means bond, and the verb ligare means to bind or secure something. In legal terms, it means the right of one man to retain what is in his …
By Tanushaa Dewi If there are two things certain about life, it is death and taxes (based on a quote by Benjamin Franklin). Have you ever wondered what will happen to your assets and belongings after you pass away? If you want to have a say on how you wish to distribute your assets and …
By Tanushaa Dewi & Chloe Lim Marriage is a sacred institution, a union of two individuals, bound by love and commitment. However, not all marriages stand the test of time. In Malaysia, as in many other countries, there are legal processes in place to address marital issues. Two of the most common legal remedies sought …
Divorce can be a difficult, complicated, and emotional process for any family, especially when children are involved. Child custody arrangements can be one of the most contentious issues in a divorce, as both parents may have different ideas about what is in the best interests of their children. In Malaysia, child custody is determined by …
Written by Tanushaa Dewi When a child is born out of wedlock (where both parents were not married to each other at the time), the said child is known as an Illegitimate Child. In Latin, an illegitimate child is known as filius nullius which means son of nobody. An illegitimate child unless legitimised by marriage …
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What is inter-floor leakage? Inter-floor leakage is defined as “any evidence of dampness, moisture or water penetration on the ceiling that forms part of the interior of a parcel, common property or limited common property, as the case may be; or on any furnishing material, including plaster, panel or gypsum board attached, glued, laid or …
30th March 2021 When your application for a planning permission / a development order is rejected by Datuk Bandar Kuala Lumpur (the Commissioner), you may file an appeal to the Federal Territory Appeal Board. The Federal Territory Appeal Board has powers to review and overturn the decisions made by DBKL. The appellate process is governed …
