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The International Arbitration Review: Singapore

August 4, 2023

Written By: Hamza Malik

This article by our Hamza Malik originally appeared on the International Arbitration Review. Introduction Singapore has two legal regimes for arbitration: the Arbitration Act 2001 (AA) for domestic arbitrations and the International Arbitration Act 1994 (IAA) for international arbitrations. i International arbitration The IAA is the key statute governing international commercial arbitrations in Singapore. It provides […]

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Corruption

When will gifts and hospitality be considered corruption?

March 23, 2023

Overview In Singapore, a country known for its strict anti-corruption laws, it is important for individuals and businesses to understand when gifts and hospitality could be considered corrupt practices. While it is common to exchange gifts or provide hospitality in business dealings, it is crucial to navigate these practices with caution to avoid running afoul […]

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Voyeur

Voyeurism: The new Section 377BB Offence and Sentencing Guidelines

February 28, 2023

What is Voyeurism? “Voyeurism” refers to the observation or recording of someone doing a private act without the person’s consent. [1] Some more commonly known types of voyeurism include “up-skirting” and “down-blousing”. Pre-2020, voyeurism was not criminalised under any specific statutory provision. Instead, the courts relied on a patchwork of laws, including insult of modesty […]

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Antibribery

Singapore – Anti-Bribery & Corruption 2023

February 27, 2023

Written By: Eugene Thuraisingam; Johannes Hadi

Lexology’s Getting The Deal Through Anti-Bribery & Corruption 2023 Guide for Singapore is a comprehensive publication authored by Eugene Thuraisingam and Johannes Hadi, on behalf of our firm, that provides a detailed analysis of the anti-bribery and corruption laws and regulations in Singapore. The guide is designed to help companies and legal professionals navigate the […]

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Drink Driving Will I Go To Jail

Drink Driving: Will I Go To Jail?

February 10, 2023

What is the offence of drink driving? Driving under the influence of alcohol is an offence under Section 67 of the Road Traffic Act. You may be found guilty of this offence if you are: Unfit to drive under the influence of alcohol to the extent that you are incapable of having proper control of […]

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SINGAPORE: An Introduction to Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption: Domestic

Singapore – An Introduction to Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption: Domestic

December 16, 2022

Written By: Eugene Thuraisingam; Johannes Hadi

Singapore is renowned for its stable and effective system of political and corporate governance. These standards have positioned the country as an attractive financial and business centre for the world, grounded in strong principles of economic meritocracy, fair play, and the rule of law. It has a clear and predictable regulatory framework, upheld by impartial […]

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Eugene Thuraisingam LLP x Founders Doc: Legal Strategies for dealing with Co-Founder Disputes in Singapore

November 23, 2022

Legal Strategies for Co-Founder Disputes in Singapore by Suang Wijaya and Rachel Wong Suang Wijaya, a Partner at Eugene Thuraisingam LLP, and Rachel Wong, Counsel at Eugene Thuraisingam LLP and the founder of Founders Doc, recently came together to share legal strategies for dealing with disputes between co-founders in Singapore. This collaboration was one that […]

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Wire Fraud and Recovery Options in Singapore and Hong Kong

November 1, 2022

This is a joint article by Chooi Jing Yen and Ng Yuan Siang of Eugene Thuraisingam LLP in Singapore, and Kenix Yuen and Ashima Sood of Gall Solicitors in Hong Kong. Recent Trends in Types of Wire Fraud There has been a dramatic increase in wire fraud globally. Hong Kong and Singapore are no exceptions. […]

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