đ Practical Guide: If Youâre Forced to Retire Earlier than Expected
1. Check Your Contract and Policy 2. Confirm the Retirement Age 3. If Employer Insists on Early Retirement 4. File a Representation for Unfair Dismissal 5. Engage Your Union (if applicable) 6. Secure Your Retirement Benefits 7. Agencies & Contacts Agency Purpose Contact/Action Jabatan Tenaga Kerja (JTK) Advice on employment rights, wrongful termination Visit nearest […]
Why Is It Harder for Foreign Workers to Get Fair Treatment?
The Story Rahman came to Malaysia from Bangladesh in hopes of a better life. He signed a contract promising him a construction job with a salary of RM1,500, accommodation, and transport. When he arrived, the reality was different. His salary was often delayed, deductions were made for âfeesâ he did not understand, and his working […]
Why Do I Need to Beg for My Annual Leave When Itâs My Right?
Siti had worked diligently in her company for four years. She was known for her punctuality, her commitment to deadlines, and her willingness to cover for colleagues when the team was short-staffed. After months of endless projects, she planned a week-long trip with her family. It was not extravagantâjust a short break to recharge. With […]
Why Do Employers Treat Trade Union Members as Trouble Makers?
The Story Hassan had been a technician in a manufacturing company for more than a decade. He had seen colleagues dismissed without notice, shifts extended without proper overtime pay, and safety concerns ignored. When he and a group of colleagues joined a registered trade union to collectively raise their voices, he thought things would improve. […]
They Say âCompany Policyâ â But What Does the Law Really Say?
The Story When Kavitha joined her new job, she signed a thick employee handbook filled with âcompany policies.â At first, she did not pay much attentionâshe was eager to start and assumed policies were just routine rules. But soon, issues began to surface. When she applied for annual leave, HR told her: âSorry, our company […]
They Call It âRestructuring,â But For Me It Means Losing My Job
The Story Kamal had been working at the same company for 15 years. He started as a junior clerk and worked his way up to an administrative officer. He wasnât the highest paid, but he was loyal and hardworking. One morning, management called everyone into a meeting. The announcement was made in cold corporate language: […]
She Worked Until Her Baby Was Due, But Still Struggled for Maternity Leave
When Aida discovered she was expecting her first child, she was overjoyed. Her pregnancy, however, came during one of the busiest seasons at her workplace. Determined to prove her dedication, Aida worked tirelesslyâlong hours, endless deadlines, and even business travelâuntil the very last weeks before her delivery. As her due date approached, Aida finally applied […]
Resigning Before Bonus Payout: Am I Still Entitled?
The Scenario In October, your boss proudly announces that the company will be paying a bonus to staff in January. Excited, you plan ahead and count on the extra income. But come December, you tender your resignation. Your last day falls at the end of Januaryâafter the announced payout. When you ask about your bonus, […]
Repeated Mistakes at Work: Can an Employee Be Terminated?
The Story Aziz was employed as a marketing officer in a medium-sized company. His role included preparing leaflets, advertisements, and online campaigns for the companyâs products. Initially, his manager valued him for his creativity. But over time, the company noticed a troubling pattern. On more than ten occasions in a single month, Aziz made errors […]
Public Holiday Means Family Time â But Iâm Always Called Back to Work
Amran was looking forward to Hari Raya Aidilfitri. It was not only a religious celebration, but also one of the rare moments when he could spend uninterrupted time with his wife, children, and parents in his hometown. Like many Malaysians, he believed public holidays were sacred family timeâa pause from the grind of daily work. […]