Following a public consultation conducted by SGX in August 2020, SGX has announced certain amendments to the SGX Listing Rules that took effect from 1 August 2021. Of particular interest is the enhancements to the administrative and enforcement powers of Singapore...
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E-briefing: The Intellectual Property Amendment (2021) Bill- Simplifying and Streamlining Intellectual Property Processes
Further to the public consultation on the proposed changes to the various IP legislation to simplify and streamline IP processes and improve user experience with digital initiatives in August 2020, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (the “IPOS”) now seeks...
Workplace Injury In Singapore: How Can You Claim For It?
A workplace injury is a type of personal injury experienced due to third party actions. Personal injury is a general term that applies to various settings including the workplace, road, or public areas (e.g. hospitals). In Singapore, workplace injuries are governed by...
Buying a property in Singapore: Do you need a conveyancing lawyer?
Singapore’s private resale housing market saw a surge in prices in May 2021, up by 0.9 percent. If you have been planning to purchase your new home, it can be an exciting step for you and your loved ones. However, from upfront payments to house loans, it can be a huge...
E-briefing: Harry Elias Partnership LLP wins Court of Appeal case concerning “as is basis” clause and misrepresentation
CA/CA 26/2020 was an appeal from the High Court decision in Smoothlink Worldwide Services Pte Ltd v Regional Marine & Engineering Services Pte Ltd and another suit [2020] SGHC 94. This case involves claims of misrepresentation and breach of contract in the context...
E-briefing: Impact of Brexit on EU Trade Mark (“EUTM”)
A. Background As part of Brexit, the UK’s registry of trademark rights and process for registering trade marks have been decoupled from those of the EU. To facilitate this process, a transition period was agreed to last from 31 Jan 2020 to 31 Dec 2020. The latter date...
E-briefing: Singapore allows Third-Party Funding for Domestic Arbitration, certain SICC Proceedings and related Mediation Proceedings
Why this is Important In the event of a dispute, one of the most significant factors as to whether a party pursues its claim against another party is cost. How much will this case cost the company? How much will we have to spend on legal fees? Will this matter go...
Why We Need Law Enforcement In An Era Of Increasing Scams During The Pandemic
Why We Need Law Enforcement In An Era Of Increasing Scams During The Pandemic White-collar crimes such as fraud or scams typically take place in corporate or commercial settings, where perpetrators try to gain illegal economic or business advantages. The current...
When to Hire a Lawyer in the Event of a Car Accident
When to Hire a Lawyer in the Event of a Car Accident The unforeseen inconvenience of a motor accident can be tedious for those with little, if not zero, first-hand experience on what to do after a collision. As a general rule of thumb, it is important to have photos...
E-briefing: Singapore High Court in Dong Wei v Shell Eastern Trading (Pte) Ltd and another [2021] SGHC 123 recognises the implied term of mutual trust and confidence in employment contracts in the context of investigations and suspensions of employees
The full text of decision may be accessed here. Why this is Important This case applies the implied term of mutual trust and confidence found in employment contracts (“Implied Term”) in the context of investigations and suspensions of employees and provides useful...