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Indian Overseas Bank v Seabulk Inc (formerly known as Seabulk Systems Inc) and others [2023] SGHC 42
The discretion to adjourn an application to set aside the registration of a foreign judgment under s 6(1) REFJA should be exercised with due regard to the interests of both the judgment creditor and the judgment debtor, considering factors such as the bona fides of the appeal, th
Haleem Bathusa bin Abdul Rahim v Public Prosecutor [2023] SGHC 41
The High Court dismissed the appeal in Haleem Bathusa bin Abdul Rahim v Public Prosecutor [2023] SGHC 41, enhancing the sentence from five to seven weeks' imprisonment and imposing a nine-month driving disqualification due to the appellant's flight from the scene and poor traffic antecedents.
SpaceSATS Pte Ltd v Chan Chia Sern and others [2023] SGHC 40
In SpaceSATS Pte Ltd v Chan Chia Sern [2023] SGHC 40, the High Court found Dr Chan liable for contempt for failing to comply with court orders. He was sentenced to two months' imprisonment and a $2,000 fine for intentional disobedience regarding the delivery of devices and digital accounts.
Kelly, Patrick Michael v Clicks2customers Pte Ltd and others [2023] SGHC 4
The court held that the 8 March MOU was the binding agreement governing the parties' relationship, despite its title and some editorial errors, as the parties' conduct demonstrated an intention to be bound. The court also held that an implied term of reasonable notice for termina
Dialectic PR LLC and another v Brilliante Resources International and another [2023] SGHC 39
In Dialectic PR LLC v Brilliante Resources International [2023] SGHC 39, the High Court held the 1st Defendant liable for breach of contract, awarding US$3.25M in damages. The claim against the 2nd Defendant was dismissed, clarifying the high threshold for director liability in inducing breach.
Er Kok Yong and another v Tan Cheng Cheng (as co-administratrix of the estate of Spencer Tuppani, deceased) and others [2023] SGHC 38
The Plaintiffs failed to prove their claims of a resulting trust or common intention constructive trust over the property registered in the deceased's sole name due to lack of credible evidence of financial contributions and common intention.
Bhoomatidevi d/o Kishinchand Chugani Mrs Kavita Gope Mirwani v Nantakumar s/o v Ramachandra and another [2023] SGHC 37
A party who signs a contract without qualification as to capacity is the proper party to the contract, even if the contract contains inconsistencies regarding the identity of the parties.
JE Synergy Engineering Pte Ltd v Sinohydro Corp Ltd (Singapore Branch) [2023] SGHC 362
The court held that in an application to set aside an adjudication determination under s 27(6)(h) of the SOPA, the court should not engage in the merits of the dispute as a whole, especially where the allegations of fraud or corruption are hotly contested and overlap with the sub
Marten, Joseph Matthew and another v AIQ Pte Ltd (in liquidation) and others [2023] SGHC 361
The court dismissed the minority oppression and conspiracy claims, finding that the plaintiffs lacked locus standi and failed to prove the existence of the alleged 'Understanding and Agreement' or any oppressive conduct.
Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc and another v Zyfas Medical Co (sued as a firm) [2023] SGHC 360
The court found one patent (SG 322) valid but not infringed, and the other patent (SG 29P) invalid for lack of inventive step.
Nagarajan Murugesan v Grand Rich Electrical & Engineering Pte Ltd and others [2023] SGHC 36
A deemed owner of a property who receives a cash grant for rental relief under s 19D(1) of the CTMA is not a tenant for the purposes of ss 19H and 19J of the CTMA and is not entitled to further rental waiver.
Leong Quee Ching Karen v Lim Soon Huat and others [2023] SGHC 359
An applicant seeking a proprietary injunction must establish a proprietary interest in the property concerned, even in the context of a minority oppression claim.
Public Prosecutor v CNK [2023] SGHC 358
In Public Prosecutor v CNK, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Criminal Law — Offences, Criminal Law — Special exceptions.
Lim Soon Huat v Lim Teong Huat and others and another matter [2023] SGHC 356
The court affirmed the decision to convert originating applications into originating claims because substantial disputes of fact existed regarding the interpretation of a deed, which required the investigative tools of a full trial.
Soo Hoo Khoon Peng v Management Corporation Strata Title Plan No 2906 [2023] SGHC 355
In Soo Hoo Khoon Peng v Management Corporation Strata Title Plan No 2906, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Civil Procedure — Appeals, Land — Strata Titles.
Lee Shin Nan v Public Prosecutor [2023] SGHC 354
The court established a four-stage 'Repeat Offences Framework' for sentencing repeat drink driving offenders under s 67 of the Road Traffic Act, which involves deriving a starting sentence range based on alcohol levels, adjusting for repetition, accounting for aggravating/mitigat
Vallianz Shipbuilding & Engineering Pte Ltd v Owner of the vessel “ECO SPARK” [2023] SGHC 353
A vessel is a 'ship' within the meaning of s 2 of the HCAJA if it is designed and capable of being used in navigation, regardless of its actual current use or frequency of use.
Tan Wei Heng Kelvin and another v Tok Beng Tong and another [2023] SGHC 352
The court held that Malaysia was the more appropriate forum for the trial of the action, as the underlying subject matter of the oral agreement (a property development project) was located in Malaysia, and the governing law of the agreement was likely Malaysian law.
Ng Yew Nam and others v Loh Sin Hock Anthony and others and another matter [2023] SGHC 351
In Ng Yew Nam v Loh Sin Hock Anthony [2023] SGHC 351, the High Court declared resolutions passed at an EGM invalid, ruling that barring incumbent directors from attending and speaking at meetings violates substantive rights under the Companies Act 1967 and cannot be cured by s 392.
Law Society of Singapore v Cheng Kim Kuan [2023] SGHC 350
A solicitor who breaches a solemn undertaking given to the Court and the Law Society, particularly one involving the supervision of a solicitor with a psychiatric condition, commits professional misconduct warranting suspension.
Nicholas Tan Siew Chye v Public Prosecutor [2023] SGHC 35
The High Court allowed the appeal in Nicholas Tan Siew Chye v Public Prosecutor [2023] SGHC 35, reducing the aggregate sentence to four weeks' imprisonment. The court applied a new sentencing framework for voyeurism, balancing the appellant's cooperation against the aggravating factor of reoffending
Yap Kian Sing v Public Prosecutor [2023] SGHC 349
In Yap Kian Sing v Public Prosecutor [2023] SGHC 349, the High Court reduced the appellant's drug trafficking sentence by one year. The court ruled that the appellant's voluntary waiver of age-based caning exemption served as a significant indicator of genuine remorse, warranting leniency.
Kamis bin Basir v Public Prosecutor [2023] SGHC 348
In Kamis bin Basir v Public Prosecutor, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Criminal Procedure and Sentencing — Sentencing.
Tan Boon Teck Donald v Lum Shih Kai [2023] SGHC 347
The court cannot exercise its inherent powers or powers under s 56(1) of the Trustees Act to override an express prohibition in a will against the sale of property within a specified period, unless there are exceptional circumstances or it is necessary to carry out the testator's