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Employee Benefits Insurance in Malaysia: What Every HR Manager Should Know

In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent takes more than just offering a good salary. Employees now expect a workplace that values their wellbeing — and one of the most powerful ways to show that is through employee benefits insurance. For HR managers in Malaysia, understanding how to structure and optimise these […]

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Contract vs. Tort: Where Malaysian Architects & Engineers Get Caught (and How to Avoid It)

When a construction dispute lands on your desk, two legal paths usually shape your exposure: contract and tort (negligence). For Malaysian architects and engineers, understanding the difference—and how both can apply at the same time—is essential to reduce risk, defend your work, and keep projects moving. This guide breaks down the basics in plain language,

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Highland Towers & The Real Cost of Design Failure: Lessons for Malaysian Architects and Engineers

On 11 December 1993, Block 1 of Highland Towers collapsed after days of heavy rainfall and a landslide. Forty-eight lives were lost, and the country came to a standstill. Court actions and compensation dragged on for years, and the settlement figure—often cited in the tens of millions of ringgit—became shorthand for how devastating a single

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Fire, Code & Liability: How UBBL Non-Compliance Becomes a PII Claim in Malaysia

In Malaysia, fire safety isn’t just best practice—it’s the law. The Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL) 1984 sets minimum requirements for escape routes, fire resistance, compartmentation, access for fire appliances, and more. When designs miss these requirements—or when later interpretations reveal gaps—projects face delays, costly rectification, and potential negligence claims against the design team. That’s why

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When Design Goes Wrong: A Simple Malaysian Guide to Architect & Engineer Negligence (and How PII Helps)

Architects and engineers turn ideas into buildings people use every day—homes, malls, hospitals, schools. In Malaysia, they also have to make sure designs follow local laws and safety rules. Most of the time, projects go smoothly. But when something slips—an error in calculations, a missing safety feature, or the wrong material—clients can face delays, extra

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Looking for a Cost-Effective Top-Up PII Solution? Here’s How to Make It Work for Your Firm

In today’s legal landscape, relying solely on the mandatory PII limit of RM350,000 per claim may leave your firm exposed — especially when handling complex transactions, high-value litigation, or corporate advisory matters. That’s where a Top-Up Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) policy becomes essential.  At Minaris, we specialise in tailoring cost-effective Top-Up PII solutions, allowing legal

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Why Professional Indemnity Insurance is Critical for Healthcare Practitioners — And How Our Policy Protects You

Healthcare professionals such as doctors, dentists, physiotherapists, chiropractors, nurses, and allied health practitioners deal with patients daily — and even with best practice, complaints or allegations can arise unexpectedly.  Real Scenario: A patient files a negligence complaint after a routine treatment leads to complications. Without proper coverage, the practitioner must handle lawyers, investigations, and legal

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The Unsung Heroes of a Cyber Breach: Inside a Specialist Incident Response Ecosystem

When a cyberattack strikes, most organizations immediately think of IT — servers, systems, and software. But in reality, recovering from a cyber incident requires far more than just technical fixes.  Behind every successful recovery is a Specialist Incident Response Ecosystem — a coordinated team of experts who work together to contain the breach, protect the

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Combined General Liability vs Contractors’ General Liability: Which One Should You Choose?

Choosing the right liability insurance can be confusing — especially when terms like  Combined General Liability (CGL) and Contractors’ General Liability sound almost alike. However, the right choice depends heavily on the nature of your business and the risks you face.  Here’s a simple guide to help you decide: If You’re a Manufacturer — Choose

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Is It Worth Having Professional Medical Indemnity Insurance

In today’s increasingly litigious healthcare environment, the importance of medical indemnity insurance cannot be overstated. For healthcare professionals, one small mistake—or even a false claim—can lead to costly lawsuits, reputational damage, and career disruption. If you’re a doctor, specialist, or medical business owner in Malaysia, you might be asking: Is it really worth investing in

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