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Updated · openPR · Aug 24

Azitfirm Highlights Malaysia's 45-Hour Workweek Rules and 2023 Employment Law Changes

Updated

Updated · openPR · Aug 24

Azitfirm Highlights Malaysia's 45-Hour Workweek Rules and 2023 Employment Law Changes

1 articles · Updated · openPR · Aug 24

Azitfirm said Malaysia's 2023 employment-law amendments broadened worker protections, spotlighting a 45-hour weekly limit, 98 days of maternity leave and seven consecutive days of paternity leave.
The press release framed employment contracts and termination procedures as the main legal risk areas, saying clear terms on pay, hours, leave and notice can reduce disputes.
Dismissal cases remain especially sensitive because claims can extend to wrongful or constructive dismissal, forced resignation, retrenchment and disciplinary procedures under the Industrial Relations Act 1967.
Kuala Lumpur employers and employees were urged to seek specialized legal advice early on contracts, workplace policies, restructuring or harassment issues as disputes can escalate to the Industrial Court.

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