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Ministerial Resolution Issuing the Executive Regulation of Federal Law Concerning Traffic
Analysis of Ministerial Resolution Issuing the Executive Regulation of Federal Law Concerning Traffic (Federal Law, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Kamla Lal Hiranand (m.w.) v Lal Hiranand [2003] SGHC 171
A summons-in-chambers is an inappropriate procedure for seeking relief when the originating summons has already been fully heard and disposed of, especially where material facts are in dispute.
Federal Law Combating Terrorism Crimes
Analysis of Federal Law Combating Terrorism Crimes (Federal Law, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
United Overseas Bank Ltd v Ishak bin Ismail [2003] SGHC 170
A creditor must take all reasonable steps to bring a statutory demand to a debtor's attention, and substituted service must be the most effective means of doing so.
Federal Law Concerning International Judicial Cooperation in Criminal Matters
Analysis of Federal Law Concerning International Judicial Cooperation in Criminal Matters (Federal Law, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Chandara Sagaran s/o Rengayah v Public Prosecutor [2003] SGHC 17
The court held that driving without a valid local driving licence is an aggravating factor when sentencing for driving without third-party insurance, and that the totality principle applies to cumulative fines.
Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Adoption of the Performance Management System for Federal Government Employees (Injazati)
Analysis of Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Adoption of the Performance Management System for Federal Government Employees (Injazati) (Cabinet Resolution, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Bluestar Exchange (Singapore) Pte Ltd v Teoh Keng Long and others (trading as Polykwan Trading Co) [2003] SGHC 169
The court held that the use of variants of a registered trade mark does not alter the distinctive character of the mark if the variations are immaterial, and that the specification of goods should be narrowed only to reflect the actual use made of the mark.
Ngee Ann Development Pte Ltd v Nova Leisure Pte Ltd [2003] SGHC 168
The court held that in the absence of an express provision in a Surrender Agreement, a landlord cannot recover rent for a rent-free period granted under a lease that was terminated by mutual consent.
Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Remote Work System from Outside the State in the Federal Government
Analysis of Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Remote Work System from Outside the State in the Federal Government (Cabinet Resolution, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Steel Industries Pte Ltd v Deenn Engineering Pte Ltd [2003] SGHC 167
An architect is entitled to withdraw a certificate if issued in error, but not simply because they disapprove of the beneficiary's use of it. Interim certificates issued years after completion are generally invalid.
Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law Regulating the Legal Profession and Legal Consultation Profession
Analysis of Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law Regulating the Legal Profession and Legal Consultation Profession (Federal Decree-Law, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Public Prosecutor v I and Another [2003] SGHC 166
In Public Prosecutor v I and Another, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of No catchword.
D v Kong Sim Guan [2003] SGHC 165
A medical practitioner does not owe a duty of care to a third party (the father) when assessing a child for potential sexual abuse, as there is no relationship of proximity and it is not just and reasonable to impose such a duty. Furthermore, proceedings before the Singapore Medi
Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulations of the Work of Law Firms and Legal Consultancy Firms
Analysis of Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulations of the Work of Law Firms and Legal Consultancy Firms (Cabinet Resolution, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Ng So Kuen Connie v Public Prosecutor [2003] SGHC 164
A trial judge is entitled to reject expert psychiatric evidence on the issue of mens rea if the conclusion can be supported by the facts and circumstances of the case, as the determination of mens rea is a finding of fact within the province of the court.
Cabinet Resolution approving the Code of Ethics for the Legal Profession and Legal Consultation Profession
Analysis of Cabinet Resolution approving the Code of Ethics for the Legal Profession and Legal Consultation Profession (Cabinet Resolution, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Cain Sales & Consultancy Pte Ltd v Beyonics Technology Limited [2003] SGHC 163
In Cain Sales & Consultancy Pte Ltd v Beyonics Technology Limited [2003] SGHC 163, the High Court dismissed a claim for commission, ruling that the plaintiffs failed to prove their actions were the 'effective cause' of the transaction, distinguishing administrative tasks from substantive contributio
Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Charges for Services Provided by Ministry of Justice Regarding the Regulations of the Legal Profession and Legal Consultation Profession
Analysis of Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Charges for Services Provided by Ministry of Justice Regarding the Regulations of the Legal Profession and Legal Consultation Profession (Cabinet Resolution, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE le...
Tan Mui Teck v Public Prosecutor [2003] SGHC 162
The court held that academic credentials are not the sole determinant for choosing between conflicting expert opinions; methodology and demeanour are also key. Furthermore, the court clarified that the prosecution must discount the possibility of collusion beyond reasonable doubt
Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Human and Financial Resources Regulations for Mosque Employees of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat
Analysis of Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Human and Financial Resources Regulations for Mosque Employees of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat (Cabinet Resolution, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Lim Mong Hong v Public Prosecutor [2003] SGHC 161
An appellate court will generally defer to a trial judge's findings of fact based on witness credibility unless it is convinced the decision is plainly wrong.
Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Public Holidays in the State
Analysis of Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Public Holidays in the State (Cabinet Resolution, ) — covering scope, key definitions, obligations, penalties, and interaction with other UAE legislation.
Pritam Singh s/o Gurmukh Singh v Public Prosecutor [2003] SGHC 160
The court held that fresh evidence must be relevant to the appeal to be admissible under s 257(1) of the Criminal Procedure Code, and that the benchmark sentence for abetting an offence under s 57 of the Immigration Act is 12 months.