Employee Dismissal: Practical Solutions for Employers

About the Book

Terminating the services of employees is never easy. Unfair dismissal can be brought to the Industrial Court in Malaysia. A successful claim for wrongful dismissal could prove costly for the organisation. Employees are entitled to claim for reinstatement to their former employment or compensation in lieu of reinstatement and back wages when they have been wrongfully dismissed. Employment law can be confusing for both employers and employees alike. This is a must-have desk reference for employers on employment issues. It is also a very informative book for employees who wish to know their rights on termination of employment. Court awards are summarised for easy reference followed by practical solutions for managers.

About the Author

Lee Su Teng, Ph.D., a seasoned Human Resource professional who has both the academic and industrial experience. Her broad experience includes hands-on involvement in managing a full spectrum of HR. She has now moved on to her academic career with the Faculty of Business and Accountancy, University of Malaya where she teaches HRM. Her research is interdisciplinary and addresses issues on generational cohort, employee engagement, and HRM. Ong Lin Dar is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Business and Accountancy, University of Malaya. She holds a Bachelor (Hons) of Business Administration from University of Malaya and a master’s degree in Business Administration from Universiti Utara Malaysia. She completed her Ph.D. at University of Malaya in 2012. Her field of interest includes leadership and Human Resource Management.