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Hemlata Pathela (trading as Coco Properties) v Suresh Partabrai and Another [2000] SGHC 126
An unlicensed housing agent cannot enforce a contract for commission because the licensing requirement under the Auctioneers' Licences Act is a policing measure intended to protect the public, and enforcing such a contract would be contrary to public policy.
Teo Hee Heng v Public Prosecutor [2000] SGHC 125
The High Court's revisionary powers are to be exercised sparingly, and the defence of duress under s 94 of the Penal Code is limited to threats of instant death.
Yue Xiu Enterprises (Holdings) and Another v PT Hutan Domas Raya and Another [2000] SGHC 124
The court held that a stay of proceedings should not be granted where there is a real prospect of conflicting outcomes in two jurisdictions on the same issue, even if the foreign forum is the natural forum.
Teo Chin Leong Thomson and Another v Fuji Xerox Singapore Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 123
The court held that the defendants were not in breach of contract as the plaintiffs were responsible for the failure to install the machine at the agreed premises due to space and electrical constraints.
Wu Fu Ping and Another v Ong Beng Seng and Others [2000] SGHC 122
In Wu Fu Ping v Ong Beng Seng [2000] SGHC 122, the court resolved a dispute over share sale agreement liability clauses, ruling on pre-cut-off date expenses and tax refunds. The judgment emphasizes commercial intent over strict accounting definitions in completion accounts.
Imrex Aviation Pte Ltd v Ellipse Technologies Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 121
In Imrex Aviation Pte Ltd v Ellipse Technologies Pte Ltd, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of No catchword.
All-Trade Construction Pte Ltd v Lo Geok Kwee [2000] SGHC 120
Architect's interim certificates issued under the SIA Conditions enjoy 'temporary finality' and must be honoured unless the certificate was issued improperly.
Premier Properties Pte Ltd v Tan Soo Tiong and Others [2000] SGHC 12
A delay in performance of a contract does not amount to a repudiatory breach unless it is so long as to go to the root of the contract, and the existence of a liquidated damages clause indicates that the parties contemplated and provided for the possibility of delay.
Everbright Commercial Pte Ltd and Another v AXA Insurance S`pore Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 119
The court dismissed the plaintiffs' claim, ruling the insurance Cover Note did not cover shipments on non-compliant vessels under the ICC. While the defendants won on contractual grounds, they failed on the illegality defence, resulting in a split costs order.
Baiduri Bank Bhd v Dong Sui Hung and Another [2000] SGHC 118
The court held that a non-exclusive jurisdiction clause allowing the bank to sue in any competent jurisdiction does not bind the bank to a single forum, and the burden lies on the defendant to show strong cause for a stay.
Banque Nationale de Paris v Credit Agricole Indosuez [2000] SGHC 117
In Banque Nationale de Paris v Credit Agricole Indosuez [2000] SGHC 117, the High Court granted summary judgment for the plaintiff, ruling that the defendant was obligated to reimburse payments made under a negotiation credit, affirming the autonomy of letters of credit as standalone documents.
Public Prosecutor v Kamsari bin Jumari [2000] SGHC 105
The court found that the accused's statements were not voluntary and that the complainant's evidence was not sufficiently reliable to support a conviction beyond reasonable doubt.
Public Prosecutor v Perumal s/o Suppiah [2000] SGHC 103
Preventive detention is a fitting punishment when an offender poses a menace to society, and the court must impose it when the statutory criteria are met unless there are special reasons not to do so.
Public Prosecutor v Quek Chin Chuan [2000] SGHC 102
The District Court does not have the power to order that further investigations be carried out by the police or prosecution, as this would interfere with executive discretion.
Coastland Properties Pte Ltd v Lin Geok Choo [1999] SGHC 328
In Coastland Properties Pte Ltd v Lin Geok Choo, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Equity — Remedies.
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 .
The "Epic"
A lien clause in a head time charter is not incorporated into a bill of lading where the terms of the time charter are inapposite to the voyage, and the bill of lading is governed by the terms of a spot charter.
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 .
Lie Djioe Boei alias Lee Yew Wee Executor of the Estate of Lioe Soei Tjin alias Liu Swee Chin (or Lie Soei Tjin also known as Liu Swee Chin), deceased v Huang Han Jiang (alias Huang Han Jiang) [2000] SGHC 107
In Lie Djioe Boei alias Lee Yew Wee Executor of the Estate of Lioe Soei Tjin alias Liu Swee Chin (or Lie Soei Tjin also known as Liu Swee Chin), deceased v Huang Han Jiang (alias Huang Han Jiang), the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of No catchword.
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 .
Public Prosecutor v Ng Ai Tiong [2000] SGHC 1
In Public Prosecutor v Ng Ai Tiong, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Criminal Law — Abetment, Criminal Procedure and Sentencing — Appeal.
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 .