Straits Times /
30 Oct 2024
The ruling arose from a series of events in the defamation case involving Mr Terry Xu, chief editor of The Online Citizen.
Straits Times /
30 Oct 2024
Pansuk Siriwipa and her Singaporean husband, Pi Jiapeng, made headlines in 2022 as the couple involved in a $32 million luxury goods scam.
Straits Times /
30 Oct 2024
Regulation alone won’t stop hostile information campaigns. Singaporeans need to know who’s pulling the strings and think twice about what they read and share.
Business Times /
30 Oct 2024
Atrium Asia Investment Management ran afoul of the central bank’s anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism requirements.
Singapore Academy of Law /
30 Oct 2024
The upcoming Singapore International Commercial Court Conference 2025 (SICCC) will be an insightful gathering as it celebrates the SICC's 10th anniversary with the theme "Transnational Commerce in a Shifting World". Hear from a...
Straits Times /
29 Oct 2024
Dr Melissa Teo was one of six doctors taken to task in August for making inappropriate claims.
Straits Times /
29 Oct 2024
Mutual assistance and coordinated action by prosecuting authorities go a long way in the fight against transnational crime.
Singapore Academy of Law /
29 Oct 2024
The SAL Prac welcomes articles, comments, case notes and legislative updates which are pertinent to law practitioners in Singapore. We invite submissions from, both local and international, legal practitioners and allied professionals whose...
Straits Times /
28 Oct 2024
Move paves way for flat owner to press his claims in court against firm that shuttered.
Straits Times /
28 Oct 2024
The review comes in the wake of several cases of animal abuse and cruelty that made the news in the last few years.
Straits Times /
28 Oct 2024
When you can no longer handle your own financial and healthcare issues, you need someone to do it for you. It's not easy to find such a person.
Straits Times /
27 Oct 2024
For 31 years, Mr Shashi Nathan has handled many high-profile criminal cases; He now mentors young lawyers, reminding them to persevere, no matter how daunting the odds.
Straits Times /
26 Oct 2024
The court had granted Ms Leong Pek Gan, 70, a discharge amounting to an acquittal following a pre-trial conference on Oct 22.
Singapore Academy of Law /
26 Oct 2024
<Members Only> Recent cases highlight a trend favoring prosecution psychiatric evidence. This seminar aims to delve into the reasons behind this, identify potential barriers, and explore possibilities for a fairer hearing of psychiatric...
Straits Times /
25 Oct 2024
They may have to share in paying out losses in certain scams if they fail to fulfil duties.
Straits Times /
25 Oct 2024
The framework, proposed in 2023, sets out the responsibilities of financial institutions and telecommunications companies to both prevent phishing scams and provide reasonable avenues of recourse for scam victims.
Straits Times /
25 Oct 2024
Investigations by the Ministry of Health found that a very large number of cases seen by MaNaDr Clinic doctors involved very short teleconsultations with video calls that lasted one minute or less, but nevertheless concluded with the...
Straits Times /
25 Oct 2024
The conviction of Ge Xin and his companies were the first such prosecutions under Section 150 of the Copyright Act, which targets copyright infringement by commercial dealers of illegal streaming devices.
Singapore Academy of Law /
25 Oct 2024
<Members Only> Recent cases highlight a trend favoring prosecution psychiatric evidence. This seminar aims to delve into the reasons behind this, identify potential barriers, and explore possibilities for a fairer hearing of psychiatric...
Straits Times /
24 Oct 2024
He says none of the messages are relevant to Singh's guilt or innocence.
Business Times /
24 Oct 2024
Ex-banker Liu Kai faces a charge related to abetting Lin Baoying, the only woman convicted in the case, to submit a forged tax document in November 2020.
Singapore Academy of Law /
24 Oct 2024
The SAL Prac welcomes articles, comments, case notes and legislative updates which are pertinent to law practitioners in Singapore. We invite submissions from, both local and international, legal practitioners and allied professionals whose...
Straits Times /
23 Oct 2024
The assailant, who cannot be named for legal reasons as he committed the crime when he was 16 years old, had initially faced a murder charge.
Straits Times /
23 Oct 2024
The fake websites have been blocked by the Singapore authorities over concerns that they could potentially be used to lay the groundwork for disinformation campaigns here.
Straits Times /
23 Oct 2024
Charn Sze Choong, 38, then a claims assessor with Prudential Assurance Co Singapore made multiple false claims by circumventing the company’s internal controls as its administrative staff acted on his instructions without the...
Straits Times /
23 Oct 2024
An ever-increasing need for security will come with drawbacks, such as more layers that can impact the seamless way people are used to in the digital domain.
Singapore Academy of Law /
23 Oct 2024
The upcoming Singapore International Commercial Court Conference 2025 (SICCC) will be an insightful gathering as it celebrates the SICC's 10th anniversary with the theme "Transnational Commerce in a Shifting World". Hear from a...
Straits Times /
22 Oct 2024
Bigger refurbished premises will allow it to meet caseload, provide specialised facilities.
Straits Times /
22 Oct 2024
Prosecution seeking jail term of between 14 and 15 years for cheating, money laundering.
Singapore Academy of Law /
22 Oct 2024
<Members Only> Recent cases highlight a trend favoring prosecution psychiatric evidence. This seminar aims to delve into the reasons behind this, identify potential barriers, and explore possibilities for a fairer hearing of psychiatric...
Straits Times /
20 Oct 2024
Home owner Ng Jun Quan removed a portion of the roof and the roof gutter, converting the area into an open terrace, and installed a roofing frame.
Straits Times /
20 Oct 2024
The Attorney-General’s Chambers said academic Donald Low has taken down his Facebook post at its request, and added that members of the public should refrain from prejudgment of issues.
Straits Times /
19 Oct 2024
Funeral director who then lied about how he died sentenced to 6 years and 2 months' jail.
Straits Times /
19 Oct 2024
Mr Durairaj Santiran claimed that the fall caused injuries to his spine, leaving him medically unfit to continue working as a flight steward.
Straits Times /
19 Oct 2024
A senior consultant forensic pathologist said it might have been possible to save the victim's life with prompt medical attention.
Singapore Academy of Law /
19 Oct 2024
<Members only> This panel discussion brings together legal professionals from various sectors to showcase the myriad of career opportunities available to lawyers beyond traditional law firms. Hear from our panellists of different...
Singapore Academy of Law /
19 Oct 2024
Join us for a discussion on global trends in investment screening and regimes in Singapore, the UK, and the US. The panel from government and academia will discuss strategies to balance economic openness with national security risks and examine...
Straits Times /
18 Oct 2024
Experts call for explanations of how Income will fulfil social mission in future.
Straits Times /
18 Oct 2024
Lawyers said a decision on an impeachment bid typically comes at the final decision-making stage.
Business Times /
18 Oct 2024
Liew Yik Kit had in his possession Su’s Rolls-Royce Phantom, Rolls-Royce Cullinan, a Ferrari F8 Spider and a Ferrari Stradale.
Singapore Academy of Law /
18 Oct 2024
Join us for a discussion on global trends in investment screening and regimes in Singapore, the UK, and the US. The panel from government and academia will discuss strategies to balance economic openness with national security risks and examine...
Straits Times /
17 Oct 2024
The move paves the way for the Monetary Authority of Singapore to consider the views of the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth when an application for regulatory approval involves an insurer that is either a cooperative or linked to one.
Straits Times /
17 Oct 2024
The proposed deal drew public outcry when it was announced in July. It was then raised in Parliament on Aug 6.
Lianhe Zaobao /
17 Oct 2024
The insurance, jointly offered by the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) and insurer Singlife covers clinical counselling and behavioural health coaching sessions to help eligible legal professionals cope with work pressures and safeguard their...
Straits Times /
17 Oct 2024
Legislation will allow the National Heritage Board to declare ownership over any discovered artefacts.
Straits Times /
17 Oct 2024
The Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment by the Building and Construction Authority was last reviewed in 2019.
Singapore Academy of Law /
17 Oct 2024
The upcoming Singapore International Commercial Court Conference 2025 (SICCC) will be an insightful gathering as it celebrates the SICC's 10th anniversary with the theme "Transnational Commerce in a Shifting World". Hear from a...
Straits Times /
16 Oct 2024
It describes trade financing fraud case as among the most serious prosecuted here.
Straits Times /
16 Oct 2024
The new measure will prohibit the publication of online content that realistically depicts a candidate saying or doing something that he or she did not.
Straits Times /
16 Oct 2024
New guidelines by Cyber Security Agency advise firms to test AI systems frequently.
Business Times /
16 Oct 2024
They say the state is right to focus on Income's social mission, and do not believe the blocked deal will put a chill on insurance M&A scene.
Singapore Academy of Law /
16 Oct 2024
<Members only> This panel discussion brings together legal professionals from various sectors to showcase the myriad of career opportunities available to lawyers beyond traditional law firms. Hear from our panellists of different...
Singapore Academy of Law /
16 Oct 2024
<Members Only> Recent cases highlight a trend favoring prosecution psychiatric evidence. This seminar aims to delve into the reasons behind this, identify potential barriers, and explore possibilities for a fairer hearing of psychiatric...
Straits Times /
15 Oct 2024
Allianz on July 17 made an offer to buy a controlling stake of at least 51 per cent in Income, in a deal that was valued at $2.2 billion.
Straits Times /
15 Oct 2024
Couples who file for divorce by mutual agreement have to state efforts to reconcile.
Straits Times /
15 Oct 2024
The proposed amendment comes as abuse of court processes becomes more common in Singapore, with parties filing unmeritorious claims to oppress others.
Straits Times /
15 Oct 2024
Justice Judith Prakash, 72, was named the Her World Woman of the Year 2024 for her pioneering work in the legal field; National sprinter Shanti Pereira, 28, received the Her World Young Woman Achiever 2024 award for her sporting achievements.
Straits Times /
15 Oct 2024
Mrs Rena Lee comes with more than three decades of experience in international law and diplomacy.
Singapore Law Watch /
15 Oct 2024
Join distinguished speakers Professor Leong Wai Kum (SUSS), Dr Colin Tan (NUS), Ms Edith Chen (SUSS) and Mr Michael Ng (SUSS) in reviewing the latest law on child matters and spouses' property.
Straits Times /
14 Oct 2024
Pritam Singh expected to contest two charges in trial, which is fixed for 16 days until Nov 13.
Straits Times /
14 Oct 2024
The court found that the prosecution had failed to prove its case against the pair beyond a reasonable doubt that the loans given were done so corruptly.
Business Times /
14 Oct 2024
The period of notice to union is negotiable because the retrenched employees are PMEs who are not unionised and not within the scope of the union’s collective representation.
Straits Times /
13 Oct 2024
The court ruled that windfalls that occur in a marriage, be it a lottery win or an extra large bonus payment to a spouse, would be considered as joint income to be shared.
Straits Times /
13 Oct 2024
A woman who had filed for divorce sought a court order to stop her husband from selling their home to settle his investment loss of $480,000 as she was worried of being left with nothing.
Straits Times /
12 Oct 2024
Court of Appeal says oversight by AGC not aimed at seeking advantage in proceedings.
Singapore Academy of Law /
12 Oct 2024
<Complimentary> As a preview of SAL’s JLP course, this session on Diversity and Inclusive Leadership in Practice will focus on the benefits of diversity, equity and inclusion in legal workplaces, featuring an interactive game designed...
Singapore Academy of Law /
12 Oct 2024
Join us for a discussion on global trends in investment screening and regimes in Singapore, the UK, and the US. The panel from government and academia will discuss strategies to balance economic openness with national security risks and examine...
Straits Times /
11 Oct 2024
Three Fins was contractually obliged to pay Mr Hoeptner a bonus of about US$2 million at the end of two years of work, except if he was terminated for cause.
Straits Times /
11 Oct 2024
The disruption on Oct 8 lasted for more than three hours before services progressively resumed in the evening.
Straits Times /
11 Oct 2024
Law mooted to govern use of genetic test data, including for insurance, employment.
Business Times /
11 Oct 2024
They can bring more than just their legal expertise, including business insights and management leadership, says the author.
Singapore Academy of Law /
11 Oct 2024
The upcoming Singapore International Commercial Court Conference 2025 (SICCC) will be an insightful gathering as it celebrates the SICC's 10th anniversary with the theme "Transnational Commerce in a Shifting World". Hear from a...
Business Times /
10 Oct 2024
OK Lim and family have indicated they will file for bankruptcy after consenting to their creditors' judgments.
Straits Times /
10 Oct 2024
The Infocomm Media Development Authority said it had assessed that the Fighting for Life exhibition by activist group Transformative Justice Collective “exceeds what is allowable” under the Arts Entertainment Classification Code.
Straits Times /
10 Oct 2024
For the purposes of Section 165 of the Penal Code, such board members would be considered public servants when “carrying out a function of the statutory board”: Public Service Division
Straits Times /
10 Oct 2024
The Anti-Death Penalty Asia Network (Adpan), a Hong Kong-founded network of organisations and individuals advocating for the death penalty to be abolished in the Asia-Pacific, has been issued a correction order under Singapore’s fake news...
Singapore Academy of Law /
10 Oct 2024
<Members only> This panel discussion brings together legal professionals from various sectors to showcase the myriad of career opportunities available to lawyers beyond traditional law firms. Hear from our panellists of different...
Singapore Academy of Law /
10 Oct 2024
Join us for a discussion on global trends in investment screening and regimes in Singapore, the UK, and the US. The panel from government and academia will discuss strategies to balance economic openness with national security risks and examine...
Straits Times /
09 Oct 2024
Disruption lasted over three hours before services progressively resumed by 7pm; Infocomm Media Development Authority looking into the disruption.
Business Times /
09 Oct 2024
Keppel began arbitration proceedings to enforce its rights and to seek various reliefs against the company.
Straits Times /
09 Oct 2024
Singapore has so far already committed to net-zero emissions by 2050.
Singapore Academy of Law /
09 Oct 2024
<Complimentary> As a preview of SAL’s JLP course, this session on Diversity and Inclusive Leadership in Practice will focus on the benefits of diversity, equity and inclusion in legal workplaces, featuring an interactive game designed...
Singapore Academy of Law /
09 Oct 2024
<Members Only> Recent cases highlight a trend favoring prosecution psychiatric evidence. This seminar aims to delve into the reasons behind this, identify potential barriers, and explore possibilities for a fairer hearing of psychiatric...
Straits Times /
08 Oct 2024
It marked the end of a career in public service that saw him rise through the ranks in the administrative service before his entry into politics in 1997.
Straits Times /
08 Oct 2024
Iswaran was sentenced to jail after he pleaded guilty to five charges.
Straits Times /
08 Oct 2024
A report in 2024 noted that 83 per cent of bosses expect a full return to the office in three years, up from 64 per cent in 2023.
Singapore Law Watch /
08 Oct 2024
<New> The second edition of Corporate Law provides insights into recent developments in corporate law, including updates based on the CAWG's 2019 recommendations and the 2023 amendments. Get your copy in Print and Print+Digital bundle...
Straits Times /
06 Oct 2024
The Ministry of Home Affairs on Oct 5 said it has instructed the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act Office to issue correction directions to Transformative Justice Collective and one Kokila Annamalai; and for a targeted...
Business Times /
05 Oct 2024
The charges come a day after former minister was sentenced to 12 months' jail.
Straits Times /
05 Oct 2024
High-value goods dealers to be advised on how to spot red flags, among other moves.
Straits Times /
05 Oct 2024
It is the first time the High Court has granted an application by one tenant to temporarily access another’s property in order to optimise land use.
Straits Times /
05 Oct 2024
The integrity of our public institutions is paramount and serves as the lynchpin for our faith in governance, says the author.
Singapore Academy of Law /
05 Oct 2024
<SAL Members only> The Legal Profession Symposium will bring together legal professionals to explore key ethical challenges within the profession. The symposium will feature thought-provoking discussions with distinguished speakers,...
Straits Times /
04 Oct 2024
Meting out the sentence, the court said what the prosecution and defence had asked for were “manifestly inadequate”. Iswaran’s lawyers had sought not more than eight weeks’ jail.
Straits Times /
04 Oct 2024
The sentence was meted out in front of S. Iswaran’s family, and over 40 members of the public in the gallery on Oct 3.
Straits Times /
04 Oct 2024
Mr Ong Beng Seng was arrested in July 2023 amid a graft probe that involved former transport minister S. Iswaran.
Straits Times /
04 Oct 2024
Not unheard of for courts to mete out harsher punishment: Legal experts
Straits Times /
04 Oct 2024
The number of unauthorised structures investigated by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) has risen over the years.
Singapore Academy of Law /
04 Oct 2024
<SAL Members only> The Legal Profession Symposium will bring together legal professionals to explore key ethical challenges within the profession. The symposium will feature thought-provoking discussions with distinguished speakers,...
Straits Times /
03 Oct 2024
Former transport minister S. Iswaran was convicted on Sept 24 after he pleaded guilty to five of the 35 charges he faced.
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