Category: Litigation

If a contractual dispute is not settled through informal methods such as a demand letter or arbitration then legal action involving Thailand courts may be required. This can include a claim for damages. The laws of contract in Thailand are based on express and implied terms which are in line with European jurisprudence. Contractors should…

If you are a tourist or foreign national and suffer an injury during your stay in Thailand, you should act fast. Under Thai law compensation is decided by the court and based on various factors including tangible and intangible damages. It is important that you have a lawyer to help define your losses and determine…

With Thailand being a hotspot for medical tourism, it is crucial to have a successful malpractice policy. Currently, the country lacks a national database and no-fault provision for patients. As a result, foreign victims of cosmetic surgeries in the country often have to pay for expensive repairs not covered by their home health care plans.…

Unlike litigation, mediation and arbitration are generally conducted outside of court. They are usually more flexible and quicker to settle disputes. Mediation is also increasingly popular in Thailand. It is now a common feature of most commercial contracts in the country, and can be arranged before or after the dispute arises. DLA Piper With lawyers…

Trade disputes can arise in many contexts. However, the most common trade dispute resolution methods are arbitration and litigation before Thai courts. Arbitration is favored as a mode of Thailand dispute resolution in the energy, mining and infrastructure industries due to the preponderance of cross-border transactions. On average, out-of-court arbitration proceedings take more than a…

In Thailand, the police and prosecution build a strong case against you. This is why cases in Thailand can take over a year to reach a judgment at the Courts of First Instance and at the courts of appeal. Criminal cases in Thailand are heard by a judge, not by a jury. Appeals go to…

While Thai labor law is generally fairly flexible for employers, it does contain several specific rules that must be understood. It is important to grasp these rules in order to avoid legal disputes with employees or contractors. Oftentimes, labor disputes occur when an employee feels he or she is unfairly treated. These disputes can be…