26/05/2025
🏢 OAG Building Collapse: A Wake-Up Call on Directors’ Legal Liability in Thailand 🏢
The recent collapse of the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) building in Thailand is a stark reminder: Company directors are not just figureheads they carry significant legal responsibilities.
Neglecting duties, approving unsafe decisions, or acting in bad faith can lead to personal liability, both civil and criminal. In some cases, directors may be prosecuted alongside the company if their actions (or inactions) are proven to have contributed to the damage.
Key Legal Provisions in Thailand
For directors in Thailand, understanding the following legal provisions is crucial:
• Civil Liability (e.g., The Civil and Commercial Code):
o Section 420 (Tort): Directors may be liable for damages caused to others due to their intentional or negligent acts.
o Section 1168 (Duty of Care to the Company): Directors must manage the company with the diligence of a prudent person and with honesty.
o Section 1169 (Liability to Third Parties): Directors acting fraudulently or unlawfully may be personally liable to third parties.
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