บทความนี้วิเคราะห์คำพิพากษาศาลฎีกาที่ 5161/2547 ซึ่งวางหลักว่า “ข้อมูล” ที่ไม่มีรูปร่างทางกายภาพไม่ถือเป็น “ทรัพย์” ตามกฎหมายลักทรัพย์ พร้อมอธิบายผลทางคดีและกฎหมายอื่นที่เกี่ยวข้อง เช่น ความลับทางการค้าและพระราชบัญญัติคอมพิวเตอร์ … Read More
Author Archives: Phalavat Kosalanon
When Copying Company Data Isn’t Theft: The Limits of “Property” in Thai Law
Thai Language version available here: https://fosrlaw.com/2026/คัดลอกข้อมูลบริษัท-ลักท/ In commercial practice, the unauthorized copying of data is often described as “theft.” Under Thai law, that characterization can be legally incorrect. Supreme Court Judgment No. 5161/2547 remains the leading authority on this issue. … Read More
Nominee Shareholding in Thai Litigation:How Courts Identify and Look Beyond Formal Ownership
In many Thai corporate disputes, the share register is not the end of the inquiry; it is the beginning. While company records formally identify shareholders, Thai courts do not consider these records conclusive when surrounding evidence suggests a different operational … Read More
Director Certifications and the Limits of “I Don’t Know”: How Thai Courts Evaluate Responsibility in Corporate Disputes
Routine Signatures and Litigation Risk In corporate disputes before Thai courts, directors frequently justify problematic transactions or inaccurate filings on the basis of ignorance. Within the organization, that explanation may appear plausible. Corporate documentation is often drafted by accountants, legal … Read More
Control Without Shareholding: How Thai Courts Infer Control in Company Disputes
Shareholding is a Starting Point, not a Conclusion In disputes concerning the governance of a Thai company, the parties typically commence by examining the share register. This approach is understandable because the register indicates legal ownership, demonstrates the formal allocation … Read More
Software Development Disputes in Thailand: Non-Payment, IP Protection & Enforcement Guide 2025
International software developers working in Thailand often face legal and operational issues when clients don’t pay for delivered software, claim non-performance, or continue using the product after defaulting. These issues become more complicated when clients are outside Thailand, making legal … Read More
Navigating Thailand’s Specialized Courts: Essential Insights on Access, Procedures, Costs, and Eligibility
In today’s interconnected business world, Thailand’s specialized courts act as focused and efficient venues for resolving disputes in areas such as intellectual property, taxation, bankruptcy, and technology-related violations. As of September 30, 2025, these courts and divisions continue to adapt … Read More
Rules of Evidence in Proving Criminal Defamation in Thailand
Navigating criminal defamation in Thailand demands a clear understanding of evidentiary rules. This article explores the legal framework under Penal Code Sections 326–328, the role of preliminary hearings, and the admissibility of electronic evidence. Learn how Thai courts, guided by Supreme Court rulings, filter weak claims and protect defendants through defenses like truth and fair comment. Formichella & Sritawat’s expert litigators offer insights to safeguard your reputation in complex defamation cases. Contact us for tailored legal guidance. … Read More