Straits Times /
28 Mar 2024
The Court of Appeal agreed with the High Court that the inmates have no legal standing to bring the challenge.
Straits Times /
28 Mar 2024
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore said on March 27 it will be investigating whether there has been an infringement of the Merchant Shipping Act 1995.
Straits Times /
28 Mar 2024
The Dali container ship crashed into one of the pillars of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on March 26.
Straits Times /
28 Mar 2024
A High Court judge in October 2023 refused bail for Vang, saying there was a risk of Vang absconding as he had obtained passports from Turkey, Vanuatu and Cambodia.
Singapore Law Watch /
28 Mar 2024
Globalisation and the economic shift to Asia offer new opportunities for law firms and in-house counsel, but also bring challenges like cost pressures, competition, and talent retention. Legal professionals must now combine technical expertise...
Straits Times /
27 Mar 2024
Justice David Wolfe Rivkin's areas of legal expertise include international arbitration, international litigation, public international law, joint venture and shareholder disputes, and business and human rights.
Straits Times /
27 Mar 2024
Mr Lum Kok Seng is listed as managing director of Lum Chang Holdings – a property management, interior design and construction firm – on the company’s website.
Straits Times /
27 Mar 2024
It will give timely insights for decision-making, test how much data can be used to verify reporting.
Singapore Law Watch /
27 Mar 2024
The Asian Journal on Mediation 2024 is slated for publication in November 2024. Please send your submission to
[email protected]. More information is available here.
Business Times /
26 Mar 2024
Hyflux's claims against founder and former chief executive Olivia Lum and former auditor KPMG will be jointly tried by the same High Court judge at the same time.
Straits Times /
26 Mar 2024
Law and Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam said the Ministry of Home Affairs had spoken with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on March 24 and said the Israeli embassy had to take down its post immediately.
Straits Times /
26 Mar 2024
These are under Section 165 of the Penal Code, which makes it an offence for public servants to accept gifts from someone involved with them in an official capacity.
Singapore Law Watch /
26 Mar 2024
This publication provides an overview of the still nascent concept that is data embassy, including its purposes, features, limitations and analogies with diplomatic missions from which inspirations are drawn, and includes a comprehensive mapping...
Straits Times /
25 Mar 2024
DPM Wong was speaking at the launch of Marsiling-Yew Tee GRC's fund-raising efforts for humanitarian aid for Gaza, organised in collaboration with local charity Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation.
Straits Times /
25 Mar 2024
Mr Gabriel Silas Tang Rafferty cannot submit a fresh application to be admitted as a lawyer in Singapore for at least five years.
Straits Times /
25 Mar 2024
The guide addresses concerns raised by industry players about AI-related data privacy and public awareness.
Straits Times /
25 Mar 2024
The man was jailed for six weeks for sneaking three people into Swift’s Eras Tour concert at the National Stadium on March 4.
Straits Times /
25 Mar 2024
Hailed as a major milestone, agreements resolve longstanding sensitive issues.
Straits Times /
25 Mar 2024
World's top court is set to give first-ever opinion on states' legal obligations on issue.
Singapore Law Watch /
23 Mar 2024
<For members only> In this second Criminal Justice Forum, Justice Aedit Abdullah will deliver a keynote address on the evolving disclosure obligations by the Prosecution. A panel discussion will also explore topics which includes court...
Straits Times /
22 Mar 2024
Lack of corroborative evidence, says judge; girl's testimony not so 'unusually convincing'.
Straits Times /
22 Mar 2024
Gilbert Oh Hin Kwan, 45, is said to have dishonestly concealed from MFA in December 2022 that a package containing boxes of Panadol sent from Singapore to Beijing via the diplomatic bag service was for a personal acquaintance.
Business Times /
22 Mar 2024
Cordlife was recently thrust into the spotlight after the Ministry of Health began investigations into the company’s processes.
Singapore Law Watch /
22 Mar 2024
This programme will focus on exploring ways of synerigising law and technology to propel the maritime trade industry. It also includes a panel discussion to explore the legal and technological challenges of digitising maritime trade, with...
Straits Times /
21 Mar 2024
Leong Wai Nam, 56, who was struck off the rolls in 2011, received the money after telling the 59-year-old director he would help him in a civil suit against another company, identified as Hao Tai Construction.
Straits Times /
21 Mar 2024
On March 20, Kong Chee Kian, who was referring to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in his comment, was sentenced to four months’ jail. He pleaded guilty to one charge of inciting violence electronically.
Straits Times /
21 Mar 2024
A recent survey found gaps in the cyber-security preparedness of local organisations.
Singapore Law Watch /
21 Mar 2024
The Asian Journal on Mediation 2024 is slated for publication in November 2024. Please send your submission to
[email protected]. More information is available here.
Straits Times /
20 Mar 2024
Alleged untruths are in relation to lying controversy involving ex-MP Raeesah Khan.
Straits Times /
20 Mar 2024
Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh was charged on March 19 with two counts of lying to a parliamentary committee.
Straits Times /
20 Mar 2024
They say WP leader not likely to be jailed, but there could be an impact at the polls.
Straits Times /
20 Mar 2024
The former minister, who was granted $800,000 bail after he was charged on Jan 18, was originally slated to be in Australia from Feb 16 to March 4. He was given permission to leave Singapore to help his son settle in at a...
Singapore Law Watch /
20 Mar 2024
This programme will focus on exploring ways of synerigising law and technology to propel the maritime trade industry. It also includes a panel discussion to explore the legal and technological challenges of digitising maritime trade, with...
Straits Times /
19 Mar 2024
Under the Town Councils Act, the owner or tenant of a flat who fails to pay charges or interest owed to the town council within 14 days from the date a written demand is served on him can be fined up to $1,000.
Straits Times /
19 Mar 2024
The case of card recording at a casino is believed to be the first of its kind in courts here.
Straits Times /
19 Mar 2024
This is believed to be the Republic’s first concluded prosecution linked to the American pop star’s Eras Tour.
Straits Times /
19 Mar 2024
The penalties need to be ramped up. We can also use technology to track down the users and suppliers of e-cigarettes, says the author.
Singapore Law Watch /
19 Mar 2024
This publication provides an overview of the still nascent concept that is data embassy, including its purposes, features, limitations and analogies with diplomatic missions from which inspirations are drawn, and includes a comprehensive mapping...
Straits Times /
17 Mar 2024
Case spotlights importance of preparing a lasting power of attorney while one is competent.
Straits Times /
17 Mar 2024
It pays to get your lasting power of attorney and will in order when you are still able.
Straits Times /
16 Mar 2024
Flexibility, change in social attitudes could help workers face that age without dread.
Singapore Law Watch /
16 Mar 2024
<For members only> In this second Criminal Justice Forum, Justice Aedit Abdullah will deliver a keynote address on the evolving disclosure obligations by the Prosecution. A panel discussion will also explore topics which includes court...
TODAY /
15 Mar 2024
A legislative amendment before Parliament is seeking to rid the police of obligations to investigate non-arrestable offences that are not of a serious nature.
Business Times /
15 Mar 2024
Compliance carbon credits are effectively permits to pollute, but voluntary carbon credits offer additional opportunities for companies to support climate-positive initiatives.
Straits Times /
14 Mar 2024
One law graduate's decision to come clean caused her admission to be deferred for five months, but she was eventually called to the Bar in February.
Straits Times /
14 Mar 2024
It is among 11 nations that vow to boost asset recovery, info sharing, coordination on crackdowns.
Straits Times /
14 Mar 2024
Lynne Charlotte James cheated her boss in 2,253 instances from 2008 to 2017, and he now lives in a rented home with his wife after depleting his life savings.
Business Times /
14 Mar 2024
The tie-up is unlikely to reduce competition, said SIA and Garuda, as they will continue to face “intense” rivalry from low-cost carriers.
Singapore Law Watch /
14 Mar 2024
Globalisation and the economic shift to Asia offer new opportunities for law firms and in-house counsel, but also bring challenges like cost pressures, competition, and talent retention. Legal professionals must now combine technical expertise...
Straits Times /
13 Mar 2024
The proposed Bill will require all companies or individuals providing corporate secretarial services in and from Singapore to register with Acra.
Straits Times /
13 Mar 2024
It should be possible to rein in scams even more effectively if all e-marketplaces step up identity checks and also offer secure payment options, says the writer.
Singapore Law Watch /
13 Mar 2024
This programme will focus on exploring ways of synerigising law and technology to propel the maritime trade industry. It also includes a panel discussion to explore the legal and technological challenges of digitising maritime trade, with...
Singapore Law Watch /
13 Mar 2024
This publication provides an overview of the still nascent concept that is data embassy, including its purposes, features, limitations and analogies with diplomatic missions from which inspirations are drawn, and includes a comprehensive mapping...
Business Times /
12 Mar 2024
Daniel Chan faces 13 charges in total. The prosecution intends to proceed with four, while the other nine will be taken into consideration during sentencing.
Straits Times /
12 Mar 2024
Taking over the helm as joint managing partners from March 31 are Mr Shashi Nathan and Mr Daniel Yong.
Straits Times /
12 Mar 2024
Ghows law firm has steadily implemented AI technology to help manage operations and sharpen workflows.
Straits Times /
11 Mar 2024
The number of claims has risen yearly since 2019, with 1,063 claims lodged in 2020, 1,104 claims in 2021 and 1,114 claims in 2022.
Straits Times /
11 Mar 2024
The MediShield Life Council is looking into the expansion of Medishield Life coverage to cell, tissue and gene therapy products.
Straits Times /
10 Mar 2024
The man's will stated that 20 per cent of his estate was to be shared by his “surviving grandsons” born to his sons within 21 years of his death.
Straits Times /
10 Mar 2024
At least five “vulnerable” seniors here were duped into buying unsuitable financial products in the last two years.
Singapore Law Watch /
09 Mar 2024
The Asian Journal on Mediation 2024 is slated for publication in November 2024. Please send your submission to
[email protected]. More information is available here.
Straits Times /
08 Mar 2024
Responding to WP proposal, she says they will do little to enhance accountability or increase efficiency, and can even eat into the time ministries have for other work.
Straits Times /
08 Mar 2024
The CLTPA will allow the Home Affairs Minister to detain or place someone associated with crime under police supervision, for security reasons.
Straits Times /
08 Mar 2024
The Bill will expand provisions that allow for the transfer of evidence between MAS, the police and other law enforcement agencies.
Straits Times /
08 Mar 2024
The amendments provide the Health Minister with powers to effect relevant measures at different phases of a pandemic.
Straits Times /
07 Mar 2024
The omission of the statement in electronic LPAs was discovered in October 2023.
Straits Times /
07 Mar 2024
Delivery workers can now claim tax deductions for business expenses based on a fixed proportion of their annual gross income.
Singapore Law Watch /
07 Mar 2024
Taught by Rajesh Srineevasan of Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP and Ariana Jimenez of Meta, this 3-hour session, part of the Data and Digital Economy Law Series, will cover agreements and contracts surrounding AI development, liability issues in...
TODAY /
06 Mar 2024
The enforcement unit, which comprises “dedicated personnel”, will leverage stronger laws and technology to investigate severe cases and take action against residents responsible for the disturbance.
Straits Times /
06 Mar 2024
The deal is part of efforts to cut carbon emissions from ships and improve efficiency.
Straits Times /
06 Mar 2024
The proposed changes will see individuals authorised by their companies use either Singpass or Corppass to access secure digital inboxes.
Singapore Law Watch /
06 Mar 2024
This publication provides an overview of the still nascent concept that is data embassy, including its purposes, features, limitations and analogies with diplomatic missions from which inspirations are drawn, and includes a comprehensive mapping...
Straits Times /
05 Mar 2024
Companies must offer eligible staff re-employment until the age of 69, or employment assistance in its place.
Straits Times /
05 Mar 2024
Former transport minister S. Iswaran's trip, which was slated to be from Feb 16 to March 4, has been extended to March 19.
MinLaw /
05 Mar 2024
The Ministry of Law shared their key initiatives at the Committee of Supply 2024 debate in Parliament on 1 March.
Singapore Law Watch /
05 Mar 2024
Globalisation and the economic shift to Asia offer new opportunities for law firms and in-house counsel, but also bring challenges like cost pressures, competition, and talent retention. Legal professionals must now combine technical expertise...
Straits Times /
04 Mar 2024
The legislation will cover better protection against gender discrimination and ensure employees are hired purely based on merit. It will also set expectations on how flexible work arrangement requests should be properly considered by employers.
Straits Times /
03 Mar 2024
Case shows it's never too early to get a lasting power of attorney to guard against financial abuse.
Straits Times /
02 Mar 2024
It rejects 33-year-old's claim he believed the drug bundles contained cannabis.
Straits Times /
02 Mar 2024
MinLaw said the eligibility changes will allow more people to benefit from civil legal aid and criminal defence aid.
Singapore Law Watch /
02 Mar 2024
The Asian Journal on Mediation 2024 is slated for publication in November 2024. Please send your submission to
[email protected]. More information is available here.
Straits Times /
01 Mar 2024
In his High Court lawsuit, the tyre workshop owner said he is financially illiterate and has a low IQ.
Straits Times /
01 Mar 2024
Known as “missing trader fraud”, the scheme exploited the goods and services tax system for illicit gain.
Straits Times /
01 Mar 2024
M. Ravi was charged with six counts of harassment and five counts of assault.
Straits Times /
01 Mar 2024
Sterra's ad gained prominence after a PhD student debunked the claims it made in a viral Instagram video.
Singapore Law Watch /
01 Mar 2024
Taught by Rajesh Srineevasan of Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP and Ariana Jimenez of Meta, this 3-hour session, part of the Data and Digital Economy Law Series, will cover agreements and contracts surrounding AI development, liability issues in...
Straits Times /
29 Feb 2024
Taiwanese woman awarded lump sum $5,000 for maintenance as 'clean break' from brief marriage to S'porean widower.
Straits Times /
29 Feb 2024
DPM Lawrence Wong said the two percentage point GST hike is meant to close the gap between revenue and expenditure until 2030.
Straits Times /
29 Feb 2024
This is the first judicial execution for murder in the Republic since 2019.
Singapore Law Watch /
29 Feb 2024
This 3-hour session, part of the Data and Digital Economy Law Series, will cover tenders, procurement processes, public sector procurement, vendor risk management, and key contractual issues related to cross-border transactions, default...
Singapore Law Watch /
08 Mar 2024
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