Malaysian insurance law is fundamentally designed to protect third-party victims, not errant drivers
KUALA LUMPUR: Victims of road accidents involving drunk or drug-impaired drivers in Malaysia are still entitled to compensation, despite widespread misconceptions that such claims are automatically void, legal experts said. Lawyer Datuk Shanmugam Ganesan told the New Straits Times that Malaysian insurance …
Chinese chef escape the death penalty
A Chinese chef who admitted to possessing methamphetamine escaped the death penalty but was sentenced to 10 years in prison. (Muar, 16th) A 37-year-old Chinese chef pleaded guilty today to possession of 110.02 grams of methamphetamine (ice) under an alternative charge and …
French national and two Malaysians acquitted
High Court in Alor Setar acquits a French national and two Malaysians of drug trafficking and possession due to lack of prima facie evidence. …
Experts inquest seen best way address concerns Zara Qairinas death
KUALA LUMPUR: An inquest would serve as the most effective mechanism to investigate the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir, given the high level of public interest and the swirl of speculation surrounding the case, criminal lawyers believe. …
Experts call for balanced child justice system, prioritising rehabilitation with accountability
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s child justice system must prioritise rehabilitation to give young offenders a second chance, but experts say this effort must be paired with accountability measures to prevent bullying from escalating into repeat or serious crimes. Criminal law expert Datuk Shanmugan …
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