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19 years’ jail for mum who abused 4-year-old girl, whose body was burned after she died

19 years’ jail for mum who abused 4-year-old girl, whose body was burned after she died

The prosecution had asked for 15 to 20 years’ jail, saying the case involved a gross abnegation of parental duties.

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Singapore Court of Appeal awards enhancement of buy-out amount for minority oppression to account for delays in minority shareholder’s realisation of its shareholding

This update looks at the decision of Kiri Industries Limited v Senda International Capital Limited & Anor [2025] SGCA(I) 1 which appears to be the first Court of Appeal decision in Singapore which explains the legal basis for the enhancement of the value of shares ordered to be acquired as relief for minority oppression.

Damages for defective construction – Court determines when to award cost of cure

The court in Terrenus Energy SL2 Pte Ltd v Attika Interior + MEP Pte Ltd and another appeal [2025] SGHC(A) 4 considered the issue of whether a party is entitled to the “cost of cure” as damages even if it does not intend to rectify the defects. This update summarises the key points of the decision.

ADV: JLP Opening Conference and Masterclass

ADV: JLP Opening Conference and Masterclass

The opening conference and launch of the Junior Lawyers Professional Certification Programme (JLP) will take place on 21 May 2025. Key highlights include a keynote address delivered by the Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon and an inspiring fireside chat with him on sustainability in legal practice.

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ADV: INSEAD Leadership Programme

ADV: INSEAD Leadership Programme

The SAL-INSEAD Legal Leadership and Strategy Programme each consist of a two-day intensive management training specifically designed and contextualised to address the needs of law firm partners, general counsel and legal service officers. Sign up for each programme individually or for both as a bundle for a special rate.

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Not so cute: How a ‘babyface’ may be getting in the way of your promotion – Opinion

Not so cute: How a ‘babyface’ may be getting in the way of your promotion – Opinion

It's hard enough for the young to battle stereotypes about their generation. It's worse when employees look younger than their age.

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Abuse of 2-month-old baby: Mother gets 8 years’ jail for killing infant, father gets 7 years

Abuse of 2-month-old baby: Mother gets 8 years’ jail for killing infant, father gets 7 years

High Court judge says it is difficult to fathom the cruelty inflicted on infant.

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Grab’s entry into taxi sector given green light on organic growth: CCCS, LTA

Grab’s entry into taxi sector given green light on organic growth: CCCS, LTA

Regulators say it is a contrast to the ride-hail giant's previous effort, in which it sought to acquire Trans-cab.

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