Category Business Law

Can you challenge a Mutual Separation Scheme (MSS) after signing it? The answer is yes—but only in certain circumstances. This article explains when an MSS may be set aside by the Industrial Court, the legal principles governing voluntary consent, and the landmark Malaysian cases that determine whether an employee has been genuinely separated or unfairly dismissed.

Being retrenched can be overwhelming, but not every retrenchment is legally justified. Learn when an employer can lawfully retrench employees in Malaysia, what genuine redundancy means, whether the LIFO principle applies, and what rights employees have if they believe their dismissal was unfair. A practical guide based on Malaysian employment law and leading court decisions.