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Ler Wee Teang Anthony v Public Prosecutor
In Ler Wee Teang Anthony v Public Prosecutor, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
P.T. Garuda Indonesia v Birgen Air
The Court of Appeal ruled that the Singapore courts lacked jurisdiction to challenge an arbitral award seated in Jakarta. It affirmed that a change in physical hearing venue does not shift the legal seat of arbitration, reinforcing the primacy of the seat in determining supervisory jurisdiction.
Yeo Peng Hock Henry v Pai Lily
In Yeo Peng Hock Henry v Pai Lily, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
The Development Bank of Singapore Limited v Ong Yew Huat and Others
The Court of Appeal ruled in favor of DBS, confirming that an 'all-money' charge remains enforceable for subsequent facilities despite the termination of an initial overdraft. The decision clarifies that banks have no duty to disclose standard facility renewals to sureties absent unusual features.
Tang Boon Jek Jeffrey v Tan Poh Leng Stanley
The Court of Appeal ruled that an arbitral tribunal remains seized of its mandate until a final award, including costs, is issued. The decision clarifies that the concept of 'partial functus officio' is incompatible with the UNCITRAL Model Law, reversing the High Court's previous setting aside.
Tohru Motobayashi v Official Receiver and Another
The Court of Appeal allowed the appeal in Tohru Motobayashi v Official Receiver, ruling that Singapore liquidators must satisfy all local debts and liabilities before remitting assets to foreign liquidators, establishing a protective ring-fence for local creditors under the Companies Act.
The "Teng He"
The Court of Appeal re-apportioned liability in the 'Teng He' maritime collision case, assigning 60% to the respondents and 40% to the appellants. The ruling emphasizes that the failure to take immediate evasive action, such as diving seismic cables, outweighs the failure to provide official warning
Tacplas Property Services Pte Ltd v Lee Peter Michael (administrator of the estate of Lee Chong Miow, deceased)
The Court of Appeal allowed the appeal in Tacplas Property Services Pte Ltd v Lee Peter Michael, ruling that an estate administrator was estopped from denying an agreement's validity due to their silence and inaction, which led the appellants to act to their detriment.
Zarkovic Stanko v Owners of the Ship or Vessel `MARA`
The Court of Appeal allowed the appeal in Zarkovic Stanko v Owners of the Ship or Vessel 'MARA', ruling that contractual disability benefits are cumulative and not deductible from tort damages unless expressly stated, confirming the appellant's entitlement to payment under the collective agreement.
Xpress Print Pte Ltd v Monocrafts Pte Ltd and Another
The Court of Appeal ruled in Xpress Print Pte Ltd v Monocrafts Pte Ltd that landowners have a non-delegable duty to support neighbouring properties. Overruling previous precedents, the court confirmed this strict liability applies to excavation works, regardless of independent contractor involvement
Gn Muey Muey v Goh Poh Choo
In Gn Muey Muey v Goh Poh Choo, the Court of Appeal upheld the validity of land sale agreements, ruling that minor drafting omissions do not render contracts void for uncertainty. The court awarded the appellant $99,991.16, though reduced costs were granted due to poor document management.
Tan Tiang Hin Jerry v Singapore Medical Council
The Court of Appeal quashed the Complaints Committee's decision, ruling it acted ultra vires by exceeding the scope of the original complaint. The judgment reinforces that disciplinary tribunals must provide practitioners with fair notice and an opportunity to be heard on all specific charges.
Super Coffeemix Manufacturing Ltd v Unico Trading Pte Ltd and Another and Another Appeal
In Super Coffeemix Manufacturing Ltd v Unico Trading Pte Ltd and Another and Another Appeal, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
Tay Long Kee Impex Pte Ltd v Tan Beng Huwah (trading as Sin Kwang Wah)
In Tay Long Kee Impex Pte Ltd v Tan Beng Huwah (trading as Sin Kwang Wah), the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
TAN NG KUANG & Anor v JAI SWARUP PATHAK
In TAN NG KUANG & Anor v JAI SWARUP PATHAK, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
YEAR SUN CHEMITANKS TERMINAL CORP v GUNVOR SINGAPORE PTE LTD
In YEAR SUN CHEMITANKS TERMINAL CORP v GUNVOR SINGAPORE PTE LTD, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
MICHAEL JOSEPH MILLSOPP v THEN FENG & 3 Ors
In MICHAEL JOSEPH MILLSOPP v THEN FENG & 3 Ors, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
EFG BANK AG, SINGAPORE BRANCH v SUREWIN WORLDWIDE LTD & Anor
In EFG BANK AG, SINGAPORE BRANCH v SUREWIN WORLDWIDE LTD & Anor, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
WONG JING HO, SAMUEL v PUBLIC PROSECUTOR
In WONG JING HO, SAMUEL v PUBLIC PROSECUTOR, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
WONG KAR KING v LIM PANG HERN
In WONG KAR KING v LIM PANG HERN, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
SOLUTION AIRCON & ENGRG PTE. LTD. v IVY NG SOH PENG
In SOLUTION AIRCON & ENGRG PTE. LTD. v IVY NG SOH PENG, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
AMG GLOBAL INVESTMENTS & HOLDINGS PTE LTD (IN LIQUIDATION) v ONG KEE MING RICHARD & Anor
The Singapore High Court held former directors of AMG Global Investments & Holdings liable for breach of fiduciary duty and knowing receipt. The court ordered substantial damages, ruling that directors cannot abdicate oversight duties or prioritize personal debt recovery, even during insolvency.
Tan Ngiap Tong v Tan Ngep Hong
In Tan Ngiap Tong v Tan Ngep Hong, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .
Song Jianbo v Sunmax Global Capital Fund 1 Pte Ltd & Anor
In Song Jianbo v Sunmax Global Capital Fund 1 Pte Ltd & Anor, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of .