The Malayan Law Journal Alerts is a complimentary blog series that brings the most recently published case reports powered by Lexis+ ® Malaysia . Week 1 Updates 1. Hanifah bt Hamzah & Ors v Sykt Utusan...
The Malayan Law Journal Alerts is a complimentary blog series that brings the most recently published case reports powered by Lexis+ ® Malaysia . Week 1 Updates 1. Josephine Premila Sivaretnam v Ketua...
The Malayan Law Journal Alerts is a complimentary blog series that brings the most recently published case reports powered by Lexis+ ® Malaysia . Quote of the Month "[71] The appellant was...
The Malayan Law Journal Alerts is a complimentary blog series that brings the most recently published case reports powered by Lexis+ ® Malaysia . Quote of the Month “[46] To reach a well-informed...
The Malayan Law Journal Alerts is a complimentary blog series that brings the most recently published case reports powered by Lexis+ ® Malaysia . Quote of the Month “What, then, is unconscionable...
The Malayan Law Journal Alerts is a complimentary blog series that brings the most recently published case reports powered by Lexis+® Malaysia.
Quote of the Month
“Grandparents undoubtedly hold a distinctive and valuable place within the family dynamics. Their wisdom, experience, and unconditional love often enrich the lives of their grandchildren in profound ways. However, it was crucial to acknowledge that their role is not intended to supplant that of parents but rather to complement and bolster it. They may step in as caregivers, particularly in situations where parents are unavailable due to work commitments, illness, or other responsibilities. Their support can be invaluable in easing the burdens of modern family life, and providing a safe and nurturing environment for grandchildren to thrive. However, maintaining a delicate balance in the grandparent-grandchild relationship is essential. While grandparents may offer valuable guidance and advice, it is crucial to respect the autonomy of the parents and their authority in decision-making regarding their children, particularly in situations where parents and grandparents are at odds. This is crucial to ensure that familial harmony is preserved and that conflicts are minimised, fostering a supportive and cohesive family environment where the needs and well-being of the children remain paramount.” ~ Evrol Mariette Peters J HOM v HOP [2024] 10 MLJ 912 at paras 34–35 |
Week 1 Updates
Coram | ALIZA SULAIMAN J |
Catchwords | Arbitration — Award — Setting aside |
Outcome | Application dismissed. |
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Coram | AMELATI PARNELL JC |
Catchwords | Civil Procedure — Judicial review — Application for leave |
Outcome | Leave application granted and stay application disallowed. |
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3. Tetuan Lim & Keong v Too Jiao Yang [2024] 10 MLJ 872 [HC]
Coram | MOHD ARIEF J |
Catchwords | Civil Procedure — Pleadings — Amendment |
Outcome | Appeals allowed in part. |
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4. JAKS Sdn Bhd v JAKS Island Circle Sdn Bhd (in liquidation) [2024] 10 MLJ 925 [HC]
Coram | CHOONG YEOW CHOY JC |
Catchwords | Companies and Corporations — Winding up — Undue preference |
Outcome | Application allowed. |
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5. HOM v HOP [2024] 10 MLJ 912 [HC]
Coram | EVROL MARIETTE PETERS J |
Catchwords | Family Law — Children — Custodianship |
Outcome | Application dismissed. |
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6. SME Ordnance Sdn Bhd lwn Kementerian Pertahanan Malaysia dan satu lagi [2024] 10 MLJ 847 [MT]
Coram | RAJA AHMAD MOHZANUDDIN SHAH PK |
Catchwords | Kontrak — Masa — Masa adalah inti pati kontrak |
Outcome | Sebahagian tuntutan plaintif dibenarkan tanpa kos. |
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7. SAS Industries Sdn Bhd & Anor v Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor [2024] 10 MLJ 938 [HC]
Coram | MOHD FIRUZ J |
Catchwords | Local Government — Maintenance and repair — Negligence |
Outcome | Claim dismissed. |
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8. Uptown Properties Sdn Bhd v Pentadbir Tanah Wilayah Persekutuan & Ors [2024] 10 MLJ 895 [HC]
Coram | RAJA AHMAD MOHZANUDDIN SHAH JC |
Catchwords | Tort — Damages — Assessment |
Outcome | Both parties’ notices of appeal partially allowed. |
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Week 2 Updates
1. NAH v HAH [2024] 11 MLJ 1 [HC]
Coram | EVROL MARIETTE PETERS J |
Catchwords | Family Law — Children — Custody |
Outcome | Ordered accordingly. |
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2. Lord WBK Haulage Sdn Bhd v Jamaludin bin Ismail [2024] 11 MLJ 46 [HC]
Coram | EVROL MARIETTE PETERS J |
Catchwords | Family Law — Children — Custody |
Outcome | Ordered accordingly. |
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3. Kendek Products Sdn Bhd v Dip Chan Manufacturing Sdn Bhd [2024] 11 MLJ 75
Coram | AZLAN SULAIMAN JC |
Catchwords | Patents — Infringement — Validity |
Outcome | Plaintiff’s claim allowed and defendant’s counterclaim dismissed. |
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4. Amirruddin Nin lwn Pendakwa Raya [2024] 11 MLJ 26 [MT]
Coram | MUHAMMAD JAMIL H |
Catchwords | Prosedur Jenayah — Rayuan — Rayuan terhadap sabitan dan hukuman |
Outcome | Application allowed. |
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Week 3 Updates
1. Sunningdale Tech Penang Sdn Bhd v Ketua Pengarah Kastam & Anor [2024] 11 MLJ 127 [HC]
Coram | WAN AHMAD FARID J |
Catchwords | Customs and Excise — Goods and Services Tax (‘GST’) — Exceptional Input tax claim |
Outcome | Appeal allowed with no order as to costs. |
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2. NKS Tharmaseelan a/l NK Sinnadorai v Amaratham a/p Ramiah & Ors [2024] 11 MLJ 141 [HC]
Coram | AZMAN ABDULLAH J |
Catchwords | Land Law — Ownership — Proprietary ownership |
Outcome | Plaintiff’s claims against defendants dismissed with costs of RM58,000 to first defendant and RM20,000 to second to fifth defendants to be paid by plaintiff. |
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3. Mustafa Kamal bin Mohamed lwn Pendakwa Raya [2024] 11 MLJ 111 [MT]
Coram | ROFIAH MOHAMAD PK |
Catchwords | Prosedur Jenayah — Rayuan — Rayuan terhadap sabitan dan hukuman |
Outcome | Sabitan dan hukuman terhadap perayu atas kesemua pertuduhan diketepikan; perayu dilepaskan dan dibebaskan dari kesemua pertuduhan, dan jaminan perayu dikembalikan. |
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4. Datuk Oh Chong Peng v Ketua Pengarah Hasil Dalam Negeri [2024] 11 MLJ 162 [HC]
Coram | AHMAD KAMAL J |
Catchwords | Revenue Law — Income tax — Appeal against assessment |
Outcome | Appellant’s appeal allowed with costs of RM2,000 subject to allocator fee. |
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Week 4 Updates
1. Syed Iskandar bin Syed Jaafar v Kerajaan Malaysia & Ors [2024] 11 MLJ 215 [HC]
Coram | WAN AHMAD FARID J |
Catchwords | Constitutional Law — Legislation — Validity of impugned legislation |
Outcome | Enclosure 86 and OS dismissed. |
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2. Hsu Shih Hung dan lain-lain lwn Komandan Depot Imigresen Belantik, Kedah dan lain-lain dan satu lagi permohonan [2024] 11 MLJ 192 [MT]
Coram | LATIFAH MOHD TAHAR H |
Catchwords | Prosedur Jenayah — Habeas corpus — Permohonan untuk |
Outcome | Notis usul ditolak. |
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3. Flowbird Malaysia Sdn Bhd v Alain Taher Osterlind & Ors [2024] 11 MLJ 235 [HC]
Coram | RAJA AHMAD MOHZANUDDIN SHAH JC |
Catchwords | Tort — Breach of confidence — Disclosure of confidential information |
Outcome | Claim allowed. |
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