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Betrothal Agreements under Thai Law

Under Thai law, a promise to marry creates a legally binding agreement if the groom transfers property called the khongman (a “reverse dowry” or “bride price”) to the bride after the betrothal has taken place.

siam-legal.com Under Thai law, a promise to marry creates a legally binding agreement if the groom transfers property to the bride after the betrothal has taken place.

The Social Security Number and Card

siam-legal.com The Social Security Number is a 9 digit number assigned to individuals by the US government to trace how much income and benefits every US residents are receiving.

Amendments to the Foreign Business Act of 1999

siam-legal.com The Ministry of Commerce is looking at closing the loophole found in FBA because they believe that allowing foreign nationals to control a Thai company takes advantage of the majority Thai shareholders.

Challenging a Trademark Application

thailandlaw.org The Trademark Act of B.E. 2534 (1991) provides that in order for a trademark to be registrable, it must be distinctive, not otherwise prohibited by the Act.

A Look Around ASEAN: Myanmar

siam-legal.com The oncoming integration of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015 can only mean a greater flow of Thai capital into Myanmar and stronger economic ties between the two neighbors.

Disinheritance from a Will

siam-legal.com The Civil and Commercial Code generally provides two categories whereby a testator may disinherit one of his or her statutory heirs from a will.

Due Diligence in Thailand

slideshare.net Purchasing property in Thailand is not a simple matter. Due Diligence is required to confirm all of the material facts of a property sale. http://www.siam-lega…

Basics of Thai Investment Promotion Law

thailandlawfirms.com The Investment Promotion Act of B.E. 2520 (1977) empowers the Board of Investment (BOI) of Thailand to grant tax and non-tax incentives for both foreign and Thai investors.

CEPT Scheme for the AFTA for the Elimination of Import Duties

library.siam-legal.com Protocol to amend the agreement on the Common Effective Preferential Tariff (CEPT) scheme for the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) for the elimination of import duties.

Types of Criminal Punishments in Thailand

siam-legal.com The Thai Criminal Code lists several possible punishments. This article gives a short review on the possible punishments included in the Thai Criminal Code.

Effects of Marriage and Marital Agreements in Germany and Thailand

library.siam-legal.com Both Germany and Thailand allow marital agreements to specify the division of assets and debts in case of the termination of a marriage. However...

Domestic Violence Law in Thailand

siam-legal.com The Domestic Violence Victim Protection Act of B.E. 2550 not only protects the victims of domestic violence, but also seeks to punish and reform the offenders.

Proposed Debt Collection Act

siam-legal.com The proposed Debt Collection Act in Thailand emphasizes protection for the consumers from abusive practices on the part of debt collectors.

Copyright Infringement in Thailand

siam-legal.com In Thailand, copyright infringement is a criminal offense under the Copyright Act of B.E. 2537 (1994) that may be punished with imprisonment if the offense was committed for commercial purposes.

Arbitration, Mediation, and Conciliation

siam-legal.com Forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Thailand namely Arbitration, Conciliation, and Mediation. It is important to have a Thai attorneys to represent in the legal proceedings.

New Thai Mortgage Foreclosure Law

siam-legal.com The new foreclosure law in Thailand protects the interest of consumers against commercial banks and thereby acts as a consumer protection law.

ASEAN Banking Integration Framework

thailandlaw.org ASEAN has recently agreed on a new banking framework to liberalize the banking industry in the region and integrate the market. Many countries impose severe

New 7-Year Plan at the Thai Board of Investment

siam-legal.com Thai Board of Investment has recently approved a new seven year master plan (until 2021) to promote inbound value added investments and Thai investment overseas.

Criminal Trespass Under the Thai Criminal Code

siam-legal.com Under the Thai Criminal Code of B.E. 2499 (1956) Section 362, trespass can be committed where a person enters into immovable property belonging to another in order to take possession of the property in whole or in part or in order to disturb the peaceful possession of that person.

Closing a Business in Thailand | Siam Legal TV

siam-legal.tv Hello, my name is Robert. I am a Legal Manager at Siam Legal International. In this video, I will discuss the proper method of closing a business operation in Thailand.It is a great challenge for

Consequences of Marriage Fraud

marrythailand.com Previous involvement with marriage fraud will affect the ability those involved with obtaining future immigration or travel visa to other countries.

How to get Divorced in Thailand? | Thailand Law by Siam Legal

siam-legal.com Marriage is difficult. For a marriage between an American and a Thai, the differences which brought excitement and freshness into the relationship may create a chasm which prevents the couple from forming a bond during their marriage. Most of the time, the couple has just grown apart. Other times, o…

Mergers and Acquisitions of Company in Thailand

thailandlawfirms.com The key legislations which oversee mergers and acquisitions in Thailand are the following: Foreign Business Act B.E. 2542 (1999), Trade Competition Act B.E. 2542 (1999), Public Company Act B.E. 2535 (1992), and Security and Exchange Act B.E. 2535 (1992).

Right of Rescission under Thai Law

siam-legal.com In what situations are you allowed to rescind contract? When are you allowed to terminate a legal agreement without being held to be in breach?

Thai Copyright Law: Fact or Fiction?

siam-legal.com Any person who knows or should have known of a copyright property and sells, communicates to the public, distributes, or imports such goods into Thailand is deemed to have violated Thai copyright.

United States Employment Based Preference Immigration Categories

siam-legal.com Annually, there are 140,000 available employment immigrant visa available per year. These immigrant visas are divided into five preference categories.

Property Purchase in Thailand: Why Due Diligence

siam-legal.com A quick overview of the Due Diligence requirements when purchasing property in Thailand.

The Exclusionary Rule in Thai Criminal Procedure - HG.org

hg.org Section 226 of the Thai Criminal Procedure Code of B.E. 2477 (1934) prohibits, in a criminal case, the admission of evidence that is obtained by unlawful means.