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Which court to apply for clarification – Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd v. Azimuth Ship Management Sdn Bhd [2023] MLJU 1218

Pang Kong Leng

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The Right to Intervene and Setting Aside of Court Order by a 3rd Party. George Pathmanathan A/L Michael Gandhi Nathan v Portcullis International LTD & Ors

Nasema Jalaludheen

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Directors’ pursuit of good corporate governance is neither a conspiracy nor in breach of duties – Nautilus Tug & Towage Sdn Bhd v. Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd & Ors [2022] 4 CLJ 594

Pang Kong Leng

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Directors’ pursuit of good corporate governance is neither a conspiracy nor in breach of duties

Pang Kong Leng

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Application of the doctrine of deferred indefeasibility - Pushpaleela a/p R Selvarajah & Anor v Rajamani d/o Meyappa Chettiar and other appeals [2019] 2 MLJ 553

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A condominium burdened by a prolonged legal battle

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Cheah Teh Su advises the vendors of Hung Tai Group on the RM46.8 million strategic sale to Life Water Berhad

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Cheah Teh Su advises Bus Cap Bhd on its ACE Market Listing

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Federal Court Dismisses Petronas Carigali’s Leave to Appeal: A reaffirmation of the doctrine of Res Judicata

Melisa Lim Ying Yee
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Bus Cap Berhad IPO Prospectus Launch

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A milestone for the upcoming ACE Market listing of Bus Cap Berhad

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The Requirement for Personal Dishonesty in Fraudulent Trading (Section 304 of the Companies Act, 1965 / Section 540 of the Companies Act, 2016)

Melisa Lim Ying Yee
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Cheah Teh Su advises BIMOffice Group Berhad on its LEAP Market Listing

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When Is It Too Late to Amend Pleadings? Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd v. Azimuth Ship Management Sdn Bhd [2025] MLJU 3315

Pang Kong Leng
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Pleading collateral contract / liability for inducing breach of contract is not dependent on judgment against contract-breaker – Jaya Sudhir a/l Jayaram v. Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq & Ors and another appeal [2025] MLRAU 199

Pang Kong Leng
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Retired but Rehired: The Legal Trap of Post-Retirement Fixed Term Contracts

Bong Lep Siong
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When Warnings Fail: Industrial Court Sides with Employer in Repeat Misconduct

Bong Lep Siong
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Abuse of process: forum shopping and duplicity of proceedings

Chok Zhin Theng
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Developer who sold stratified properties but remains the registered proprietor is liable for maintenance charges

Chok Zhin Theng
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Termination of Software Development Contracts - Amanah Raya Berhad v Mesiniaga Berhad [2024] 3 AMR 258

Peter Justin Skelchy
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PROTASCO BHD v. PT ANGLO SLAVIC UTAMA & ORS [2023]

Joycelyn Teoh Hooi Cheng
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Difficulties in Complying with a Court Order are not an Excuse

Bong Lep Siong
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Director’s Right to Inspect the Accounting Records of a Company under S. 245 of the Companies Act, 2016 Encompasses the Accounting Records of the Company’s Subsidiaries

Bong Lep Siong
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Asian International Arbitration Centre is not immune from Judicial Review when acting as the Adjudication Authority

Teh Eng Lay
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Much ado about a will - Kong Kin Lay & 5 Ors v. Kong Kin Siong & Ors And Other Cases [2023] MLRHU 1427, [2023] MLJU 1858; [2023] 1 LNS 1528

Chok Zhin Theng
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Altering consent judgment for purpose of enforcement - Stadco Sdn Bhd v. Cherating Development Sdn Bhd & Anor [2022] 1 LNS 3328

Pang Kong Leng
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Which court to apply for clarification – Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd v. Azimuth Ship Management Sdn Bhd [2023] MLJU 1218

Pang Kong Leng
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The Right to Intervene and Setting Aside of Court Order by a 3rd Party. George Pathmanathan A/L Michael Gandhi Nathan v Portcullis International LTD & Ors

Nasema Jalaludheen
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Directors’ pursuit of good corporate governance is neither a conspiracy nor in breach of duties – Nautilus Tug & Towage Sdn Bhd v. Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd & Ors [2022] 4 CLJ 594

Pang Kong Leng
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Directors’ pursuit of good corporate governance is neither a conspiracy nor in breach of duties

Pang Kong Leng
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Application of the doctrine of deferred indefeasibility - Pushpaleela a/p R Selvarajah & Anor v Rajamani d/o Meyappa Chettiar and other appeals [2019] 2 MLJ 553

Pang Kong Leng
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Understanding Breach of Contracts in Malaysia: A Comprehensive Guide to Legal Frameworks and Remedies

Chong Yeong Yoong

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What Is CIPAA and How Can You Claim Unpaid Construction Work Payments?

Daniel Liew Sheng Yang

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Matters For Discussion: Must They Be On The Agenda?

Samantha Siow San San

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Leave Requirement to Commence Proceedings Against a Liquidator: Does It Apply to Any Person?

Peter Justin Skelchy

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Stop Prorating Sick Leave: The Hidden Risks Under Section 60F of the Employment Act, 1955

Bong Lep Siong

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Unlocking Legal Clarity: The New Definition of 'Express Trust' in the Trustee (Amendment) Act 2025

Joycelyn Teoh Hooi Cheng

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Understanding the Recent Amendments to the Stamp Act 1949: A Q&A Guide

Chong Yeong Yoong

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Land Fraud: How Lawyers Can Protect Their Clients (And Themselves)

Pang Kong Leng

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Bankruptcy Proceedings: Can a Creditor’s Petition be withdrawn with liberty to file afresh?

Chong Yeong Yoong

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Contempt of court: part 1 - when do directors become personally liable for breach of court order?

Teh Meng Teck

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Fostering Foreign Investment: Legal insights into Malaysia’s Education Sector

Ho Yu Jing

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A breach of a facility agreement by the bank does not exonerate the principal borrower and guarantors from its liabilities to repay the loan

Dianne Ng Shea Li

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Cheah Teh Su Recognised in Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2026 Guide

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Cheah Teh Su Announces Promotion of Andy Gan Kok Jin to Senior Associate

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Cheah Teh Su Announces the Promotion of Senior Associates

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Cheah Teh Su Announces Admission of Henry Tan Hup Yiak to Partnership

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Cheah Teh Su Announces Promotion of Vanessa Thong Chon Yen to Senior Associate

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Official Announcement: We Are Now Cheah Teh Su

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Managing Partner Teh Meng Teck Earns Recognition in Asia Business Law Journal’s 2025 A-List Malaysia’s Top Lawyers

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Cheah Teh Su Announces Promotion of Tan Zhixin to Senior Associate

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Cheah Teh & Su Recognised in Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2025 Guide

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Chambers & Partners Asia-Pacific 2024 Guide - S. Sivaneindiren

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Cheah Teh Su Announces Promotion of Jonathan Lim See Kheng to Senior Associate

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Cheah Teh Su Announces Admission of Chong Yeong Yoong to Partnership

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Managing Partner Teh Meng Teck Earns Recognition in Asia Business Law Journal’s 2024 A-List Malaysia’s Top Lawyers

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Cheah Teh Su Announces Admission of Ho Yu Jing to Partnership

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Court upholds RM84.64mil fraud ruling against ex-Protasco directors

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Court of Appeal allows Bar Council’s judicial review against Zahid discharge

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Petronas subsidiary denied leave to appeal patent infringement ruling

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High Court Halts Sky City Project in Genting Highlands

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Battle for the late Lim Siew Kim RM1.6b estate: Court dismisses application to strike out parts of will-preparing lawyer’s testimony

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Hamzah sues Redzuan for RM100mil over ‘6 Jahanam’ claim

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Petronas unit loses appeal in O&G patent dispute

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Court backs decision to fire lorry driver for using phone while driving

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Diamond' water filter maker NEP to be wound up after VS Industry wins shareholder oppression case

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Ex-Protasco director Tey, associate ordered to pay company RM84m over aborted Indonesia O&G deal

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Court has found four NEP Holdings officials guilty of contempt of court, says VS Industry

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A condominium burdened by a prolonged legal battle

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Tey Por Yee & Ooi Kock Aun v Protasco Berhad [Suit No: W-02(NCC)(W)-1459-09/2023]

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Bangi Resort & Development Corporation Sdn Bhd v Himpunan Sinar Sdn Bhd [2026] MLJU 1609, HC

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P G Doraisamy a/l P Gopal v AmInvestment Bank Bhd and other appeals [2026] MLJU 919

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Siva Subramaniam Shanmugam v Chin Kam Seng; Majlis Peguam Malaysia (Proposed Intervener) [2025] CLJU 1876, HC

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Kong Kin Lay & Ors v Kong Kin Siong & Ors [2025] 5 MLJ 891, CA

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Acclime Corporate Services Sdn Bhd & Anor v Wong Youn Kim & Anor [2025] 12 MLJ 441, HC

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Kingtime International Ltd v Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd and another appeal [2025] MLJU 3743

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Jaya Sudhir a/l Jayaram v Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq & Ors and another appeal [2025] CLJU 1575, CA

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S L Ng Trading Agency Sdn Bhd v Tohtonku Sdn Bhd [2025] 9 MLJ 946, HC

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Nautilus Tug & Towage Sdn Bhd v Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd & 2 Ors [2025] 3 MLJ 573, Court of Appeal

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Nautilus Tug & Towage Sdn Bhd v Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd & Ors [2025] 3 MLJ 573, CA

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Jaya Sudhir a/l Jayaram v Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq & Ors and another appeal [2025] CLJU 1575, Court of Appeal

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Rockwills Trustee Bhd (disaman sebagai Wasi harta pusaka Si Mati, Michael Joseph Monteiro) & Ors v Code Brilliant Sdn Bhd (Dalam Penerimaan dan Likuidasi) & Anor [2025] MLJU 1382

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Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd v Azimuth Ship Management Sdn Bhd [2025] CLJU 2585, High Court

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V S Industry Bhd v Lim Chang Huat & Ors [2025] MLJU 449

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Bar Malaysia v Peguam Negara Malaysia & Anor [2025] 11 MLJ 671

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Mi Technovation Bhd & Anor v Chin Yong Keong & Ors [2024] MLJU 1409

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Perbadanan Pengurusan Marina Crescent v Tribunal Pengurusan Strata, Putrajaya & Anor and another case [2024] 12 MLJ 790, HC

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Protasco Bhd v PT Anglo Slavic Utama & Ors [2023] MLJU 2435

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Metramac Corp Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Syarikat Teratai KG Sdn Bhd) v Fawziah Holdings Sdn Bhd [2006] 4 MLJ 113

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Protasco Bhd v PT Anglo Slavic Utama & Ors [2023] MLJU 2435

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Datuk Beh Kim Ling & Anor v NEP Holdings (Malaysia) Bhd [2023] MLJU 2502

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Datuk Beh Kim Ling & Anor v NEP Holdings (Malaysia) Bhd [2024] 1 CLJ 517

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Datuk Beh Kim Ling v NEP Holdings (Malaysia)Bhd [2023] MLJU 2502

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Datuk Beh Kim Ling & Anor v NEP Holdings (Malaysia) Bhd [2023] MLRHU 1839

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Datuk Beh Kim Ling v NEP Holdings (Malaysia) Bhd [2023] MLJU 2011

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George Pathmanathan a/l Michael Gandhi Nathan v Portcullis International Ltd & Ors (Portcullis Trust (Labuan) Ltd, proposed intervener) [2023] MLJU 837

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Kannan Elankiran v Air Products [2025] MELRU 237

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Aw Yeong Leong Sim v Air Products [2025] MELRU 335

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Malaysia Debt Ventures Bhd v Algaetech International Sdn Bhd (in receivership) & Ors [2023] MLJU 702

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Stadco Sdn Bhd v Woolley Development Sdn Bhd [2022] 1 LNS 3328, High Court

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Nautilus Tug & Towage Sdn Bhd v Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd & Ors [2022] 4 CLJ 594, High Court

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Datuk Beh Kim Ling & Anor v NEP Holdings (Malaysia) [2022] MLJU 1679

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Datuk Beh Kim Ling & Anor v NEP Holdings [2022] MLJU 1679

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Nautilus Tug & Towage Sdn Bhd v Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd & Ors [2022] 4 CLJ 594, HC

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Chen Khai Voon v Lim Beng Guan [2021] MLJU 2778

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Protasco Bhd v Tey Por Yee & Anor [2021] 6 MLJ 1

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Protasco Bhd v Tey Por Yee & Anor and other appeals [2021] 6 MLJ 1

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Jaya Sudhir Jayaram v Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq [2020] MLJU 2197, HC

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Jaya Sudhir a/l Jayaram v Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq & Ors and Anor case [2020] 1 LNS 1975, High Court

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Yong Tshu Khin & Anor v Dahan Cipta Sdn Bhd & Anor and other appeals

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Protasco Bhd v Pt Anglo Slavic Utama & Ors [2020] MLJU 1413

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Tahps Group Bhd v Pentadbir Tanah Daerah Raub [2019] 2 MLJ 62, CA

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Jaya Sudhir a/l Jayaram v Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd & Ors [2019] 5 MLJ 1, Federal Court

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Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd v Jaya Sudhir a/l Jayaram & Ors [2019] 3 MLJ 166, CA

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Pushpaleela a/p R Selvarajah & Anor v Rajamani d/o Meyappa Chettiar and other appeals [2019] 2 MLJ 553, Federal Court

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Application of the doctrine of deferred indefeasibility

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Nautical Supreme Sdn Bhd v Jaya Sudhir Jayaram & Ors [2019] 3 MLJ 166, Court of Appeal

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MTD Capital Bhd v. Tan Sri Dr Azmil Khalilil Dato Khalid [2019] MLJU 773

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Seow Hoon Hin v Hartalega Holdings Bhd & Ors [2019] 5 MLJ 421

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Tan Hing Chew & Anor v Alireza Banakar [2019] MLJU 54

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Jaya Sudhir a/l Jayaram v Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq & Ors [2018] 1 LNS 1035, High Court

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Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq v Nautilus Tug & Towage Sdn Bhd [2018] 8 MLJ 394, High Court

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Jaya Sudhir a/l Jayaram v Dato’ Seri Timor Shah Rafiq & Ors [2018] MLJU 1024, HC

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Protasco Bhd v Tey Por Yee and another appeal [2018] MLJU 993

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Westech Sdn Bhd v Thong Weng Lock [2017] 8 CLJ 257, Federal Court

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Pasupathy A/L Kanagasaby v Masterskill (M) Sdn Bhd & Anor and Another Appeal [2017] MLJU 129, CA

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Mesiniaga faces contingent liability of RM8.2m in suit by Amanah Raya

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Suresh Emmanuel Abishegam & Anor v Nautilus Perak Marine Services Sdn Bhd [2017] 7 CLJ 250, HC

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Fawziah Holdings Sdn Bhd v Metramac Corporation Sdn Bhd [2017] MLJU 449

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SUGI SINAR SDN BHD v. BANK MUAMALAT MALAYSIA BERHAD; SMALL MEDIUM ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT BANK MALAYSIA BERHAD (THIRD PARTY)

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Shanghai Allgreen Environmental Engineering Co Ltd v South Pacific Chemical Industries Sdn Bhd [2016] CLJU 1263, High Court

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Seruan Gemilang Makmur Sdn Bhd v. Pegawai Kewangan Negeri Pahang [2016] 2 MLRA 597

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Acclime Corporate Services Sdn Bhd & Anor v Wong Youn Kim & Anor [2026] MLRHU 1167, HC

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Rajamani a/p Meyappa Chettiar v Eng Beng Development Sdn Bhd & Ors [2015] 1 LNS 529, High Court

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K&N Kenanga BHD v Dato’ Liew Yuen Keong [2015] MLJU 2034

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Kingdom Seekers Ventures Sdn Bhd v Dato’ Sri Chong Ket Pen & Ors [2015] MLJU 390

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Westech Sdn Bhd (in voluntary liquidation) v Thong Weng Lock (as surviving partner of Thong Kee Trading Co) [2014] 3 MLJ 427, Court of Appeal

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Thong Weng Lock v Westech Sdn Bhd [2014] 1 LNS 1049, High Court

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Leo Leslie Armstrong (sebagai Presiden dan pemegang jawatankuasa the Young Men' s Christian Association of Kuala Lumpur) (Persatuan Pemuda Kristian Kuala Lumpur)

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Datuk M Kayveas & Anor v Bar Council [2013] 5 MLJ 640

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Datuk M Kayveas & Anor v Bar Council [2013] MLJU 714

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Leow Yin Choon & Ors (menyaman di atas pihak mereka sendiri dan kesemua pemegang saham lain SB Belts & Gears Sdn Bhd kecuali defendan-defendan yang merupakan pemegang saham SB Belts & Gears Sdn Bhd) v Tang Fook Siong & Anor [2012] MLJU 1503

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Shell (M) Trading Sdn Bhd v Tan Bee Leh @ Tan Yue Khoen & Ors

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Puteh Aman Power Sdn Bhd v Bittersweet Estates (Sabah) Sdn Bhd [2012] MLJU 835

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Puteh Aman Power Sdn Bhd v Bittersweet Estates (Sabah) Sdn Bhd [2012] MLJU 834

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Epic Quest Sdn Bhd & Anor v Sheila Eleanor De Costa [2011] 8 CLJ 518, Court of Appeal

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Foo Fatt Chuen v Axis Identity Group International Sdn Bhd & Anor [2011] MLJU 676

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Plaza Rakyat Sdn Bhd v Datuk Bandar Kuala Lumpur [2011] MLJU 677

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Yap Cheng Hai v Yap Cheng Hai Feng Shui Center of Excel

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Kabelcom Sdn Bhd v Pakadiri Modal Sdn Bhd and Anor [2010] 1 LNS 532, High Court

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Yuny-Li Home Care Sdn Bhd v Fairview Development Sdn Bhd [2009] 9 MLJ 189, High Court

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Yuny-Li Home Care Sdn Bhd v Mohan Raj Ratnam & Ors [2009] 9 MLJ 141, High Court

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Diong Tieow Hong & Anor v Amalan Tepat Sdn Bhd [2008] 3 MLJ 411, High Court

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Jumbo Top Sdn Bhd v Automotive Corp (M) Sdn Bhd [2008] 1 MLJ 718, High Court

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Mikien Sdn Bhd v Cherating Development Sdn Bhd [2008] 8 CLJ 822, High Court

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Hong Leong Bank Bhd (formerly known as Hong Leong Finance Bhd) v Staghorn Sdn Bhd & Other appeals [2008] 2 MLJ 622, Federal Court

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Interscope Versicherung Sdn Bhd v Sime Axa Assurance Bhd (Formerly Known as United Malayan Insurance Co Bhd) [2007] 3 MLJ 232, High Court

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Cherie Booth QC v Attorney General, Malaysia and Others [2006] MLJU 423

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RE: Goh Kah Wai; Ex-Parte: Tan Lay Lee v Ex Parte Tan Lay Lee [2006] MLJU 125

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Trans Elite Equipment Rental Sdn Bhd v PSC-Naval Dockyard Sdn Bhd [2003] 4 MLJ 30, High Court

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Megat Najmuddin Bin Dato Seri (DR) Megat Khas v Bank Bumiputra (M) Bhd [2002] 1 MLJ 385

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Ayer Hitam Tin Dredging Malaysia v Y.C Chin Enterprises Sdn Bhd [1994] 2 MLJ 754

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Mak Siew Wei v Yeoh Eng Kong & Other Appeals [2019] 7 CLJ 470