Description
Employment disputes can range from specific issues to multifaceted challenges, often complicated by the human element. This book is designed to guide individuals and businesses through the complexities of managing employment disputes, offering practical insights and clear legal guidance
- Employment law simplified: Complex legal concepts are broken down into straightforward, easy-to-understand language. No legal jargon.
- Up-to-date legislation: Covers new legislation such as the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act 2022, alongside recent amendments to the Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967, Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994, Trades Unions Act 1959, and more.
- Current trends and new developments: Examines how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the employment landscape, with coverage of emerging issues and trends.
- Contextual insights: Key legal concepts are illustrated with practical, real-world examples to enhance understanding.
- Practical tips: Knowing the law is just the beginning—this book offers actionable advice on applying that knowledge effectively to resolve employment disputes.
Table of Contents:
CHAPTER 1: What is Employment Law?
CHAPTER 2: Essential Rights of Employees
CHAPTER 3: Common Disputes Regarding the Nature of Employment
CHAPTER 4: The Employment Courts
CHAPTER 5: Unfair Dismissal Claims in the Industrial Court
CHAPTER 6: Just Cause and Excuse
CHAPTER 7: Other Ways Employment Can End
CHAPTER 8: Interlocutory Applications at the Industrial Court
CHAPTER 9: Enforcement of an Industrial Court Award
CHAPTER 10: Challenging an Industrial Court Award
CHAPTER 11: Inquiries Before the Director General of Labour
CHAPTER 12: Trade Unions
CHAPTER 13: Civil Claims
CHAPTER 14: Sexual Harassment and Discrimination
CHAPTER 15: Dealing with Litigation
CHAPTER 16: Looking Forward: New Trends
CHAPTER 17: Concluding Remarks
Donovan Cheah is an advocate and solicitor of the High Court of Malaya, and a founding partner of the law firm Donovan & Ho. He is highly regarded for his expertise in employment law and industrial relations, earning recognition in rankings such as The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, Chambers and Partners, Asialaw Profiles, and Benchmark Litigation. Donovan regularly represents multinational corporations in unfair dismissal claims at the Industrial Court, judicial review proceedings, and employment disputes before the civil courts. He also advises employers on statutory compliance, restructuring, contract drafting, employment policies and procedures, and employee dismissals.
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