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Xia Zhengyan v Geng Changqing [2015] SGCA 22
In Xia Zhengyan v Geng Changqing [2015] SGCA 22, the Court of Appeal allowed the appeal in part, upholding contractual claims while dismissing misrepresentation claims. The court ordered the restitution of $1.2 million and the return of shares, emphasizing the need for disciplined legal pleading.
The One Suites Pte Ltd v Pacific Motor Credit (Pte) Ltd [2015] SGCA 21
In The One Suites Pte Ltd v Pacific Motor Credit (Pte) Ltd, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Land — Sale of land, Contract — Contractual terms.
ZHONGSHAN SHENGWANG ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO., LTD. v TRIPLE D TRADING PTE. LTD.
The court held that the plaintiff was the contracting party for the sale of goods, as the third party involved acted only as an export agent under an agency agreement, and the defendant failed to prove its claim that it contracted with the third party.
Ng Chee Weng v Lim Jit Ming Bryan and another and another appeal [2015] SGCA 13
In Ng Chee Weng v Lim Jit Ming Bryan and another and another appeal, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Formation, Contract — Repudiation.
RBC Properties Pte Ltd v Defu Furniture Pte Ltd [2014] SGCA 62
In RBC Properties Pte Ltd v Defu Furniture Pte Ltd [2014] SGCA 62, the Court of Appeal ruled that a landlord's attempt to pass on unauthorized differential premiums constitutes a repudiatory breach, allowing the tenant to rescind the lease and seek consequential indemnity.
R1 International Pte Ltd v Lonstroff AG [2014] SGCA 56
In R1 International Pte Ltd v Lonstroff AG, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Contractual terms.
Woo Kah Wai and another v Chew Ai Hua Sandra and another appeal [2014] SGCA 41
In Woo Kah Wai and another v Chew Ai Hua Sandra and another appeal, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Contractual Terms, Contract — Formation.
Alliance Concrete Singapore Pte Ltd v Sato Kogyo (S) Pte Ltd [2014] SGCA 35
The doctrine of frustration applies where a supervening event, without fault of either party, renders contractual obligations radically different from those contemplated. The unavailability of a mutually contemplated source of supply can frustrate a contract.
Anwar Patrick Adrian and another v Ng Chong & Hue LLC and another [2014] SGCA 34
The Court of Appeal allowed the appeal, finding the respondents in breach of their implied retainer and negligent in their advisory duties. The court remitted the assessment of the settlement's reasonableness to the trial judge, ordering damages be held pending an Official Assignee investigation.
Ting Siew May v Boon Lay Choo and another [2014] SGCA 28
In Ting Siew May v Boon Lay Choo [2014] SGCA 28, the Court of Appeal ruled that contracts formed for illegal purposes are void and unenforceable, rejecting the 'reliance principle' as a means to bypass public policy against illegality.
Sheagar s/o T M Veloo v Belfield International (HongKong) Ltd [2014] SGCA 26
In Sheagar s/o T M Veloo v Belfield International (HongKong) Ltd, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Credit and Security — Money and Moneylenders, Contract — Illegality and Public Policy.
Olivine Capital Pte Ltd and another v Chia Chin Yan and another matter [2014] SGCA 19
In Olivine Capital Pte Ltd and another v Chia Chin Yan and another matter, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Civil Procedure — Summary Judgment, Contract — Interpretation.
KS Energy Services Ltd v BR Energy (M) Sdn Bhd [2014] SGCA 16
The Singapore Court of Appeal in KS Energy Services Ltd v BR Energy (M) Sdn Bhd [2014] SGCA 16 allowed the appeal, finding that KSE had not breached its "all reasonable endeavours" obligation under a joint venture agreement. The High Court's decision finding a breach was overturned.
Sembcorp Marine Ltd v PPL Holdings Pte Ltd and another and another appeal [2013] SGCA 43
In Sembcorp Marine Ltd v PPL Holdings Pte Ltd and another and another appeal, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Contractual terms, Contract — Implied terms.
Lim Koon Park and another v Yap Jin Meng Bryan and another [2013] SGCA 41
The Court of Appeal set aside the rescission order in Lim Koon Park v Yap Jin Meng Bryan, ruling that no misrepresentation occurred and enforcing an oral profit-sharing agreement. The case establishes key precedents on objective contract formation and the use of documentary evidence in appeals.
Wee Chiaw Sek Anna v Ng Li-Ann Genevieve (sole executrix of the estate of Ng Hock Seng, deceased) and another [2013] SGCA 36
In Wee Chiaw Sek Anna v Ng Li-Ann Genevieve (sole executrix of the estate of Ng Hock Seng, deceased) and another, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Misrepresentation, Family Law — Matrimonial Assets.
eSys Technologies Pte Ltd v nTan Corporate Advisory Pte Ltd [2013] SGCA 27
In eSys Technologies Pte Ltd v nTan Corporate Advisory Pte Ltd, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Contractual terms.
PPG Industries (Singapore) Pte Ltd v Compact Metal Industries Ltd [2013] SGCA 23
In PPG Industries (Singapore) Pte Ltd v Compact Metal Industries Ltd, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Remedies, Damages — Assessment.
Out of the Box Pte Ltd v Wanin Industries Pte Ltd [2013] SGCA 15
In Out of the Box Pte Ltd v Wanin Industries Pte Ltd, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Remedies.
Lim Hoe Heng v Poh Choon Kia and another [2012] SGCA 58
In Lim Hoe Heng v Poh Choon Kia and another, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Sale of Land, Contract — Breach.
Foo Jong Peng and others v Phua Kiah Mai and another [2012] SGCA 55
In Foo Jong Peng and others v Phua Kiah Mai and another, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Civil Procedure — Appeals, Contract — Implied Terms.
OCBC Capital Investment Asia Ltd v Wong Hua Choon [2012] SGCA 54
The Court of Appeal allowed the appeal in OCBC Capital Investment Asia Ltd v Wong Hua Choon, ruling that a binding oral contract was formed despite pending formal documentation. The court clarified that the presumption against binding oral agreements is rebuttable based on the parties' conduct.
HSBC Institutional Trust Services (Singapore) Ltd (trustee of Starhill Global Real Estate Investment Trust) v Toshin Development Singapore Pte Ltd [2012] SGCA 48
In HSBC Institutional Trust Services (Singapore) Ltd (trustee of Starhill Global Real Estate Investment Trust) v Toshin Development Singapore Pte Ltd, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of CONTRACT, CIVIL PROCEDURE.
Als Memasa and another v UBS AG [2012] SGCA 43
In Als Memasa v UBS AG [2012] SGCA 43, the Court of Appeal allowed the appellants to amend their claim regarding unauthorized Russian bond purchases. The ruling clarifies that non-reliance clauses do not shield banks from liability for unauthorized transactions where client affirmation was uninforme