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Subramaniam s/o Kalimuthu and Another v Ng Hwee Cheng Doreen practicing under the name and style of Ng & Co [2000] SGHC 223
The High Court dismissed the claim against a solicitor, ruling she fulfilled her duties by explaining mortgage terms and following a letter of authority. However, the court penalized her with only 50% of costs for failing to verify instructions from a third party, highlighting the need for due dilig
Tong Guan Food Products Pte Ltd v Ong Leong Chuan [2000] SGHC 222
The court held that the defendant held 10% of the shares in the plaintiff company on trust for his sister, Siew Ann, based on the evidence presented.
Ng Chee Koon (Huang Zhiqun) and Another v Aprim (Far East) Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 221
The court dismissed the plaintiffs' claim for renovation works due to lack of proof and evidence of poor workmanship, while allowing the defendants' counterclaim for overpayments and rectification costs.
Choy Tuck Sum v Public Prosecutor [2000] SGHC 220
An offence of abetment under s 23(1) of the Employment of Foreign Workers Act is treated as the principal offence for sentencing purposes, such that a prior conviction for the principal offence makes the abettor a repeat offender liable for enhanced punishment.
The "Ivanovo" [2000] SGHC 22
A ship's certificate of registration is prima facie evidence of ownership, but it is not conclusive and can be rebutted by evidence showing that the registered owner is not the beneficial owner.
Flexon (Pte) Ltd v Bean Innovations Pte Ltd and Another [2000] SGHC 219
In Flexon (Pte) Ltd v Bean Innovations Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 219, the High Court ruled in favor of the plaintiffs, finding no patent infringement. The court declared the defendants' threats of legal action unjustifiable, granted an injunction, and ordered an inquiry into damages and costs.
Nippon Paint (Singapore) Co Pte Ltd v ICI Paint (Singapore) Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 218
In Nippon Paint v ICI Paint [2000] SGHC 218, the High Court dismissed the passing-off claim, ruling that '3 in 1' is a descriptive term. The court held that distinct corporate branding and house marks effectively prevent consumer confusion, setting a high evidentiary bar for such claims.
Legend Building Supplies (Pte) Ltd v Chon Hwa Construction Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 217
The court held that the contracts in question were for the purchase of fixed quantities of rebars rather than maximum quantities, and that the Defendants were bound by the contracts.
RHB Bank Berhad v Koon Hoe & Company Pte Ltd and Others [2000] SGHC 216
The court held that where a party has waived strict compliance with a contract term, they may still enforce it by giving reasonable notice, and that the Plaintiffs had provided reasonable notice in this case.
Re Hong Huat Development Co (Pte) Ltd [2000] SGHC 215
A winding up petition based on a judgment debt may be properly presented even if an appeal is pending, but the court may stay the petition pending security. Costs are discretionary and may be apportioned based on the timing of the stay and the conduct of the parties.
Hsiang Ding Enterprise Co Ltd v Singasia Investments Pte Ltd (formerly known as Shinkeikin Aluminium (Pte) Limited) [2000] SGHC 214
The court held that Singapore was the appropriate forum for the dispute because the defendants were a Singapore-registered company and the parties had agreed that Singapore law would govern the contract.
PT Master Mandiri v Yamazaki Construction (S) Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 213
The court held that in the absence of an available market for unique heavy machinery, the loss of profit from sub-sales is recoverable if the sub-sales were genuine and the profits not excessive, with adjustments for transport costs and proportionate cost allocation.
Subbiah Pillai v Wong Meng Meng and Others [2000] SGHC 212
In Subbiah Pillai v Wong Meng Meng [2000] SGHC 212, the High Court dismissed the applicant's attempt to invalidate Inquiry Committee proceedings. The court ruled that the committee acted within its powers and that the applicant's voluntary withdrawal was a tactical error, not a breach of justice.
Public Prosecutor v S Bin N [2000] SGHC 211
The court acquitted the accused of rape charges due to grave doubts regarding the veracity of the complainant's evidence, citing inconsistent testimony and contradictions with other evidence.
The Owners of the Ships or Vessels "Ah Lam II" and "Pu 1804" v The Owners of the Ship or Vessel "Bonito" [2000] SGHC 210
An extension of time for a procedural step should generally be granted if the delay causes no prejudice to the other party that cannot be compensated by costs, especially where the denial would deprive a party of their right to have the merits of their claim determined.
Kitnasamy S/O Marudapan v Nagatheran S/O Manogar and Another [2000] SGHC 21
In Kitnasamy S/O Marudapan v Nagatheran S/O Manogar and Another, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of No catchword.
Panatron Pte Ltd v Lee Cheow Lee and Others [2000] SGHC 209
In Panatron Pte Ltd v Lee Cheow Lee [2000] SGHC 209, the High Court dismissed the company's claims and ruled in favor of the defendants, holding a director personally liable for fraudulent misrepresentation despite the corporate veil.
Nuplex Industries Ltd v Panatron Pte Ltd [2000] SGHC 208
Nuplex Industries Ltd v Panatron Pte Ltd clarifies the termination of consignment agreements. The court ruled that such agreements are terminable upon reasonable notice rather than requiring mutual consent, while also dismissing claims of civil conspiracy.
The Management Corporation Strata Title Plan No 1933 v Comtech Corporation Pte Ltd and Another [2000] SGHC 207
In MCST Plan No 1933 v Comtech Corporation, the court dismissed the claim as premature, ruling that contractual indemnity clauses requiring notice and an opportunity to remedy defects must be satisfied before a party can sue for reimbursement of remedial costs.
Sri Jaya (Sendirian) Berhad v RHB Bank Berhad [2000] SGHC 206
In Sri Jaya (Sendirian) Berhad v RHB Bank Berhad, the High Court ruled the bank failed to exercise reasonable care in a mortgagee sale. The court awarded damages to the plaintiff, finding the bank's inadequate marketing resulted in a sale price significantly below the property's true market value.
Manjit Kaur Monica v Standard Chartered Bank [2000] SGHC 205
The court upheld a statutory demand, ruling that a mortgagee is not obligated to accept a lower offer from a mortgagor when a better market price is available. It emphasized that disputes must be genuine to set aside such demands.
Public Prosecutor v Thiruselvan s/o Nagaratnam [2000] SGHC 204
The court held that previous inconsistent statements of a witness are admissible as evidence of the facts stated therein under s 147(3) of the Evidence Act, and that the weight to be accorded to such statements depends on the circumstances, including contemporaneity and the absen
Bayerische Landesbank Girozentrale v Teh Li Li [2000] SGHC 203
A person who signs a commercial document in their own name without qualification is personally liable under the contract, regardless of whether they are acting as an agent for a principal.
Teo Seng Kiat v Goh Hwa Teck [2000] SGHC 202
The court held that where loss of earnings is assessed based on past and prospective earnings, there can be no additional claim for loss of earning capacity. The court also clarified that an appeal from the Registrar to a Judge-in-Chambers is a de novo assessment.