Category Archives: News & Articles

Previously, certain laws imposed strict liability on directors in that director were presumed to be jointly liable with the company in committing an offence, unless it can be proved that the director did not aid and abet the commission of such offence. However, as from 12 February 2017 onwards, when the Act Amending the Laws on Criminal Liabilities of Representatives of Legal Entities B.E. 2017 came into force, directors may be held criminally liable with the company for an act which the law prescribes as an offence and subject to punishment, only if such offence resulted from the instructions or action of such directors; or the directors had a duty to give instructions or take action, but omitted to do so, resulting in the company committing the offence.

For more information or assistance, please contact: Anong Seehapan, E-mail: anongs@ilct.co.th

The Revenue Code was amended by Act (No. 44) B.E. 2560 (2017), revising the personal income tax scale, effective for the 2017 personal income tax for which the return must be filed in 2018, as follows:

For more information or assistance, please contact: Anong Seehapan, E-mail : anongs@ilct.co.th or
Laeard Ketwat , E-mail : laeardk@ilct.co.th

The Thai Trademark Act (No.2) B.E. 2543 (A.D. 2000) was amended by Trademark Act (No. 3) B.E. 2559. (Download pdf)

In any world ranking of people’s favorite food, Italian food always makes one of the top ten. So, it is not surprising that we see many Italian restaurants in Thailand. If you are thinking of setting up a restaurant in Thailand, here are a few legal issures of witch you should be aware. (Download pdf)

“Personal beauty is a greater recommendation than any letter of reference.” -Aristotle Even though it was more 2,000 years ago when the great Greek philosopher Aristotle made the above remark about personal beauty, it appears that his words still ring true in this modern-day world of materialism where people are still judged by how they look and; therefore, are willing to spend a fortune to improve their appearance. (Download pdf)

For the past few years, tourists traveling to some of the European countries have been warned that they could be fined or jailed for buying counterfeit designer goods. Not only Could those who produce or sell counterfeit goods face penalties, but also those who buy them. (Download pdf)

Manufacturers or products in Thailand require machines and equipment and more Importantly, funds for their operations in addition to manpower. To Finance such machines and equipment and purchases to rais funds. Operators would typical mortgage them to the bank for loans. (Download pdf)

With its majestic golden palaces, vibranf floating markets and aweable why Thailand has been able to attract millions of tourists year after year. If you are thinking about making Thailand your next getaway by any chance, you should familiarize yourself with Thailand’s visa and immigration regulations for tourists to avoid potential trip-ups when you travel. Here are some of the key issues that you should be aware of. (Download pdf)