Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree indigenous to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, where its leaves have been used in traditional practices for centuries. In Thailand and neighboring regions, fresh or dried leaves are commonly chewed, brewed as tea, or … Read More
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เมื่อการคัดลอกข้อมูลของบริษัทไม่ใช่“การลักทรัพย์”: ขอบเขตของคำว่า“ทรัพย์” ภายใต้กฎหมายไทย
บทความนี้วิเคราะห์คำพิพากษาศาลฎีกาที่ 5161/2547 ซึ่งวางหลักว่า “ข้อมูล” ที่ไม่มีรูปร่างทางกายภาพไม่ถือเป็น “ทรัพย์” ตามกฎหมายลักทรัพย์ พร้อมอธิบายผลทางคดีและกฎหมายอื่นที่เกี่ยวข้อง เช่น ความลับทางการค้าและพระราชบัญญัติคอมพิวเตอร์ … Read More
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
NAVIGATING FOREIGN PARTICIPATION REGULATIONS FOR THAI COMPANIES.
Since 1 January, 2026, the Department of Business Development (DBD) has enforced a series of administrative orders that systematically dismantle the era of passive nominee shareholding[reference:0]. This shift from form-based to substance-based verification fundamentally alters how companies are registered, amended, … Read More
A Critical Examination of Freehold and Leasehold Condominium Ownership for Foreign Nationals
The intersection of foreign property ownership and succession rights in Thailand presents a complex legal landscape. For the foreign investor or retiree seeking to acquire a condominium in the Kingdom, the distinction between freehold and leasehold tenure is not merely … Read More
Regulation of Short-Term Condominium Rentals in Thailand
Thailand has witnessed a fundamental shift in travellers’ accommodation preferences, driven largely by digital platforms such as Airbnb. This evolution has led many condominium owners to attempt to profit from the demand for short-term stays, effectively transforming residential units into … 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
Directors’ Liability in Corporate Insolvency: A Primer for Foreign and Thai Directors
In Thailand, the intersection of corporate insolvency and director liability raises critical questions for company leaders. While the law does not impose a duty on directors to commence formal insolvency proceedings, it does create potential liabilities for failing to address … Read More
The Koh Samui Building Permit Fraud Scandal: Legal Implications and Remedial Pathways for Affected Property Owners
Introduction In March 2026, authorities in Surat Thani province uncovered a sophisticated criminal operation involving the forgery of construction permits issued by Koh Samui Municipality, sending shockwaves through Thailand’s luxury real estate market and raising profound legal questions for property … Read More
Thailand’s Updated Bankruptcy Law: Prepackaged Bankruptcy Options
Thailand’s proposed pre-packaged bankruptcy reforms mark a major evolution in its insolvency regime. By allowing debtor–creditor agreements before court filing, the new framework aims to streamline rehabilitation, reduce timelines, and align Thailand with international restructuring practices. … Read More