Straits Times /
22 Jul 2024
On July 15, Pro Bono SG and South Central Community Family Service Centre officially launched the Transnational Family Care Centre, the first social service centre dedicated to serving the needs of lower-income transnational families.
Straits Times /
21 Jul 2024
Seller denies agreeing to carry out 32-page 'conceptual plan of potential renovations'.
Straits Times /
20 Jul 2024
In dismissing Iswaran’s application, the court found that the law requires the prosecution to provide conditioned statements of witnesses only when it intends to admit such statements at the trial.
Singapore Law Watch /
20 Jul 2024
In this webinar, speakers from China, Singapore and the UK are expected to cover, among others, the following issues in different jurisdictions: varying definitions of digital assets and key concepts such as control and possession, property law...
Straits Times /
19 Jul 2024
This is the first time Fica has been used to counter potential hostile information campaigns.
Straits Times /
19 Jul 2024
Ms Oon and her children had brought a shareholder oppression suit against Mr Murjani and Group MMM back in 2022.
Singapore Law Watch /
19 Jul 2024
This webinar will introduce third-party release in the US, look at its use in Singapore, discuss issues such as the jurisdiction to hear and consider third-party releases and public policy considerations in sanctioning plans or schemes involving...
Singapore Law Watch /
18 Jul 2024
The premier event in Asia’s wealth management industry returns on 12-13 November at the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. This annual conference is a must-attend event in the diaries of practitioners around the world, secure your place to learn,...
Straits Times /
18 Jul 2024
M. Ravi pleaded guilty to nine charges for multiple offences committed from January 2022 to September 2023.
Business Times /
18 Jul 2024
The new Integrated Appropriate Dispute Resolution Framework gives disputing parties the opportunity to access neutral industry veterans and significantly de-escalate conflicts.
Business Times /
18 Jul 2024
He is one of 10 foreigners arrested in Singapore’s biggest money laundering case.
Straits Times /
17 Jul 2024
The acquittal came after the court on May 8 set aside the man's conviction on the grounds that the prosecution had run an inconsistent case during his trial regarding when the heroin was delivered to him.
Business Times /
17 Jul 2024
The tightening regulations are a bid to stem money laundering-related activities in Singapore.
Straits Times /
17 Jul 2024
This was in response to a media report on June 28 in which the United States Department of Justice is said to have signed a confidential agreement in early June with Low regarding the forfeiture of 1MDB assets.
Singapore Law Watch /
17 Jul 2024
This module is designed to equip participants with an understanding of the steps involved in commencing an action, and engage in hands-on activities including case theory and strategy and Mock jurisdiction challenge.
Singapore Law Watch /
17 Jul 2024
This module is designed to familiarise participants with the written, oral and technical aspects of appeals. Participants can also engage in hands-on activities including Permission to appeal and Mock appeal oral submissions.
Business Times /
16 Jul 2024
The Ministry of Digital Development and Information plans to introduce guidelines for generative AI model developers and app deployers. The guidelines seek to establish a baseline, common standard for generative AI development with a...
Straits Times /
16 Jul 2024
A 14-year-old Secondary 3 student has become the youngest person to be issued a restriction order under the Internal Security Act in Singapore.
TODAY /
16 Jul 2024
In the lead-up to the amendment in the Women's Charter, lawyers said that acrimonious divorces have not been increasing in numbers, but the level of bitterness has deepened.
Straits Times /
16 Jul 2024
Also, six members of the council have been reappointed for a three-year term from July 15, said the President’s Office in a statement. They are: former People’s Action Party MP Othman Haron Eusofe, veteran diplomats Chan Heng...
Singapore Law Watch /
16 Jul 2024
In this webinar, speakers from China, Singapore and the UK are expected to cover, among others, the following issues in different jurisdictions: varying definitions of digital assets and key concepts such as control and possession, property law...
Straits Times /
14 Jul 2024
Excited by offer to buy a quarter stake in 'bank worth over $20m', he failed to do background checks.
Straits Times /
14 Jul 2024
Su Binghai, one of 17 people said to be responsible for $2.1 billion of the $3 billion seized in the case, is now a person of interest to the police and a fugitive.
Straits Times /
14 Jul 2024
Investing in such firms comes with higher risks because it is hard for the average investor to even find out whether information about the companies is genuine.
Straits Times /
13 Jul 2024
High Court dismisses appeal by estate administrators, who sued victim's parents.
Singapore Law Watch /
13 Jul 2024
Join us for the Singapore Academy of Law Annual Lecture 2024 where Chief Justice Winkelmann of the Supreme Court of New Zealand will discuss the evolution of the common law and how it has adapted to the needs of New Zealand society while...
Business Times /
12 Jul 2024
He is appealing the decision by the High Court that found him liable for US$146 million in losses suffered by the insolvent marine fuel supplier.
Straits Times /
12 Jul 2024
The pre-emptive measure is intended to mitigate the National Trades Union Congress’s risk of being a target of foreign interference in the future.
Straits Times /
12 Jul 2024
The competition watchdog said the proposed takeover is likely to entrench and strengthen Grab’s already-dominant position in the ride-hailing market.
Straits Times /
12 Jul 2024
Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon and Urban Redevelopment Authority chairman Peter Ho received honorary degrees at the NUS commencement ceremony on July 11.
Straits Times /
12 Jul 2024
Singapore Medical Council says allegations raise concerns about his integrity, honesty as a medical professional.
Singapore Law Watch /
12 Jul 2024
In this webinar, speakers from China, Singapore and the UK are expected to cover, among others, the following issues in different jurisdictions: varying definitions of digital assets and key concepts such as control and possession, property law...
Business Times /
11 Jul 2024
The High Court notes that the plaintiffs also ‘adequately pleaded’ KPMG’s alleged breach of contract and duty.
Straits Times /
11 Jul 2024
Mr Kenneth Jeyaretnam, who is in Britain, said he is suffering from a health condition that prevents him from flying long haul back to Singapore.
Singapore Law Watch /
11 Jul 2024
Join us for the Singapore Academy of Law Annual Lecture 2024 where Chief Justice Winkelmann of the Supreme Court of New Zealand will discuss the evolution of the common law and how it has adapted to the needs of New Zealand society while...
Straits Times /
10 Jul 2024
The court agreed with the prosecution that six months should be added to the man’s sentence, to reflect strong condemnation and reprobation of his cruel acts as he was medically certified to be permanently unfit for caning.
Straits Times /
10 Jul 2024
The Singapore Medical Council had brought 32 charges of professional misconduct against the doctor, who had been working at the Apex Medical Centre in Jurong West Street 92.
Straits Times /
10 Jul 2024
During elections, countries worldwide have had to grapple with AI-generated misinformation, such as in India, where it was used to distort political speeches and impersonate celebrities to endorse political parties.
Singapore Law Watch /
10 Jul 2024
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Straits Times /
09 Jul 2024
So far, there are no rules targeting screen time or how algorithms are configured for young users in Singapore.
Straits Times /
09 Jul 2024
Wang Dehai’s deportation means that nine of the 10 convicted in Singapore’s largest money laundering case have left the country.
Straits Times /
09 Jul 2024
He pressured victim to drink and was aware of her vulnerability owing to intoxicated state.
Singapore Law Watch /
09 Jul 2024
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Straits Times /
08 Jul 2024
Among the protection orders filed in 2023, cyber bullying, doxxing and sexual harassment saw a rise from the year before.
Straits Times /
08 Jul 2024
The widespread adoption of work-from-home arrangements could have led to fewer instances of workplace harassment, lawyers said.
Straits Times /
05 Jul 2024
Under the law, the prosecution has to produce a list of exhibits, conditioned statements of witnesses that the prosecution intends to admit at trial, and investigation statements made by the accused.
Singapore Law Watch /
06 Jul 2024
Join us for the Singapore Academy of Law Annual Lecture 2024 where Chief Justice Winkelmann of the Supreme Court of New Zealand will discuss the evolution of the common law and how it has adapted to the needs of New Zealand society while...
Straits Times /
05 Jul 2024
Five constituencies have seen their voter numbers increase by more than 10,000 since the 2020 General Election, the latest figures from Singapore’s updated voter rolls show.
Business Times /
05 Jul 2024
The introduction of non-financial parameters to help decarbonise a portfolio, for example, could result in ‘significant deviation in financial returns from conventional benchmark returns’, says the central bank
Straits Times /
05 Jul 2024
Reform Party chief also under investigation for possible contempt of court offence.
Singapore Law Watch /
05 Jul 2024
This module is designed to equip participants with an understanding of the steps involved in commencing an action, and engage in hands-on activities including case theory and strategy and Mock jurisdiction challenge.
Singapore Law Watch /
05 Jul 2024
This module is designed to familiarise participants with the written, oral and technical aspects of appeals. Participants can also engage in hands-on activities including Permission to appeal and Mock appeal oral submissions.
Straits Times /
04 Jul 2024
In meting out the sentence, the court said the offender abused the trust the victim reposed in him as her older brother, calling his acts undeniably predatory and opportunistic.
Business Times /
04 Jul 2024
Manoj Murjani and Group MMM are also ordered to pay disbursements of S$63,889.95.
Business Times /
04 Jul 2024
Since 2019, 64 offenders have been fined for offering illegal short-term accommodations in private residential properties, while 15 have been prosecuted.
Singapore Academy of Law /
04 Jul 2024
Enjoy up to 70% funding from SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for this 2-day course which comprises 3 modules to arm the family lawyer with competencies to support clients and stakeholders to achieve therapeutic justice. The course is developed by...
Straits Times /
03 Jul 2024
She is last in her family to be convicted over horrific acts on intellectually disabled victim.
Straits Times /
03 Jul 2024
Key consideration is it should help progress towards peace, two-state solution: Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan
Straits Times /
03 Jul 2024
Sharing of data between govt agencies would enable cases to be investigated much faster.
Straits Times /
03 Jul 2024
The assets forfeited by the 10 foreigners in the case include luxury cars, property, watches, handbags, jewellery, alcohol and Bearbrick ornaments.
Straits Times /
03 Jul 2024
The proposed law aims to encourage more food donations.
Straits Times /
03 Jul 2024
Duo plead guilty to multiple charges over misappropriation of gas oil at Bukom facility.
Straits Times /
03 Jul 2024
The teen pleaded guilty to culpable homicide in December 2023 and was sentenced to 16 years’ jail.
Singapore Law Watch /
03 Jul 2024
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Straits Times /
02 Jul 2024
Harmony here due to nation's near-zero tolerance for hate, offensive speech, he says.
Business Times /
02 Jul 2024
The wife of Three Arrows Capital founder Kyle Davies had applied for the freeze on her Singapore assets to be discharged.
Straits Times /
02 Jul 2024
The Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority set up a specialised unit in November 2023 to detect anomalous activity when firms are set up.
Singapore Law Watch /
02 Jul 2024
In this webinar, speakers from China, Singapore and the UK are expected to cover, among others, the following issues in different jurisdictions: varying definitions of digital assets and key concepts such as control and possession, property law...
Straits Times /
01 Jul 2024
The couple argued over the distribution of their matrimonial assets that included proceeds from the $6.2 million sale of their house in 2022.
Straits Times /
30 Jun 2024
They were given fake information and duped into spending about $800,000 on foreign properties.
Straits Times /
30 Jun 2024
The Singapore Democratic Party will be required to carry correction notices with its Facebook and Instagram posts and create a new TikTok post with the correction notice.
Straits Times /
29 Jun 2024
Defamatory statements are generally those that are both false and damaging to a person or business’s reputation.
Singapore Academy of Law /
29 Jun 2024
Enjoy up to 70% funding from SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for this 2-day course which comprises 3 modules to arm the family lawyer with competencies to support clients and stakeholders to achieve therapeutic justice. The course is developed by...
Straits Times /
28 Jun 2024
Like Singapore, many European countries see the value in multilateralism and upholding international law in a world where these principles are being challenged, said President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.
Straits Times /
28 Jun 2024
The association is seeking reinstatement of its Istaf and Astaf membership, declarations and orders, and also asking for damages to be assessed by the court.
TODAY /
28 Jun 2024
Yip Chuen Wai, a former sales director of Laiye, deceived his company into believing it had won a government tender so he could pocket a S$37,000 commission to settle his debts.
MinLaw /
28 Jun 2024
The Post-Appeal Applications in Capital Cases (“PACC”) Act, which was passed by Parliament on 29 November 2022, will come into effect on 28 June 2024. The PACC Act aims to safeguard the administration of justice and the rule of law....
Singapore Law Watch /
28 Jun 2024
This module is designed to equip participants with an understanding of the steps involved in commencing an action, and engage in hands-on activities including case theory and strategy and Mock jurisdiction challenge.
Singapore Law Watch /
28 Jun 2024
This module is designed to familiarise participants with the written, oral and technical aspects of appeals. Participants can also engage in hands-on activities including Permission to appeal and Mock appeal oral submissions.
Straits Times /
27 Jun 2024
In sentencing the third brother, the court said he was not a hardened and recalcitrant offender.
Business Times /
27 Jun 2024
On Wednesday (Jun 26), Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong announced Singapore’s national asset recovery strategy, as part of the country’s continued efforts to enhance its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism...
Singapore Academy of Law /
27 Jun 2024
Enjoy up to 70% funding from SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for this 2-day course which comprises 3 modules to arm the family lawyer with competencies to support clients and stakeholders to achieve therapeutic justice. The course is developed by...
Singapore Law Watch /
26 Jun 2024
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Straits Times /
26 Jun 2024
Muhammad Firdaus Yusoff allegedly rode a motorcycle between 94.3kmh and 111kmh near the junction of Hougang Avenue 3 and Kim Chuan Drive.
Straits Times /
26 Jun 2024
Mohamad Danial Mohamad Nazali committed the offences from 2017 to 2020, and the monies were linked to 24 cases that he was then handling.
Straits Times /
25 Jun 2024
The Financial Industry Disputes Resolution Centre said the limit is being increased in the light of the rising costs of living and a growing number of disputes exceeding $100,000.
Straits Times /
25 Jun 2024
Her offences were committed when her three daughters were aged 8, 10 and 11, and her son was 9.
Straits Times /
25 Jun 2024
Clariel Griffin pleaded guilty to one charge of failing to wear a mask and another charge of using criminal force against a public servant.
Singapore Law Watch /
25 Jun 2024
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Straits Times /
24 Jun 2024
But no one asked questions or confronted her as they felt it would not be neighbourly.
Straits Times /
23 Jun 2024
Deepfake sextortion is a new phenomenon, but it has made headlines overseas.
Straits Times /
22 Jun 2024
While the sector is vulnerable to money laundering, the report, which was jointly issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Ministry of Law and the Monetary Authority of Singapore, said the unpredictable nature of gaming and the possibility of...
Singapore Law Watch /
22 Jun 2024
In this session, Honourable Justices Ramesh and Jeyaretnam will share insights of the Express Track’s design and its role in expediting compact trials to enhance justice access. Attendees will explore the new Order 46A, related amendments...
Singapore Academy of Law /
22 Jun 2024
Enjoy up to 70% funding from SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for this 2-day course which comprises 3 modules to arm the family lawyer with competencies to support clients and stakeholders to achieve therapeutic justice. The course is developed by...
In 2023, the Securities Industry Dispute Resolution Centre (SIDREC) received a total of 266 claims and enquiries, marking an 11% increase from the previous year's 239.
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