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SINGAPORE MEDICAL COUNCIL v DR LING CHIA TIEN
The court dismissed the appeal against the disciplinary tribunal's sentence, finding that a 19-month suspension was not manifestly inadequate and that the SMC's primary case for a higher sentence was based on an overstated assessment of harm and culpability.
UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED v Owner and/or Demise Charterer of the vessel MAERSK KATALIN (IMO No. 9431317)
A carrier is liable for misdelivery of cargo if it delivers the cargo without presentation of the original bills of lading, and the carrier's breach of contract is the effective cause of the loss, notwithstanding the holder's financing arrangements.
Tembusu Growth Fund III Ltd v Balbeer Singh Mangat & Anor
The court dismissed the plaintiffs-in-counterclaim's claims for conspiracy and misrepresentation, finding that they failed to prove the existence of an unlawful act, a predominant intention to injure, or actionable misrepresentations.
VeriFone, Inc. v Firemane Pte Ltd
The court held that the defendant failed to raise a real or bona fide defence to the summary judgment application. Specifically, the set-off defence regarding the buyback amount was rejected because the buyback condition was never engaged, and the credit note was compromised by t
Aaron Loh Cheng Lee & Anor v HODLNAUT PTE. LTD.
The court clarified that s 144(1)(e) of the IRDA provides for the authorisation of a liquidator to bring or defend legal proceedings, regardless of whether legal representation is appointed, whereas s 144(1)(f)(ii) specifically governs the authorisation for the appointment of sol
DURAIRAJ SANTIRAN v SINGAPORE AIRLINES LIMITED
The court dismissed a negligence claim by a flight steward against his employer, finding that the claimant failed to prove the existence of a slippery area on the aircraft floor and that the employer had discharged its duty of care through adequate training and safety measures.
Mak-Levrion Kah Kay Natasha v R Shiamala
The court held that the Claimant had proven on a balance of probabilities that the moneys transferred to the Defendant were loans, not investments, and that the Defendant was liable to repay the outstanding sum after accounting for repayments.
Madison Pacific Trust Limited & 3 Ors v PT Dewata Wibawa & 2 Ors
A party cannot rely on s 21 AJPA to excuse contempt of court based on a mistake regarding the validity of a court order, as the section only applies to mistakes regarding the nature of the obligation imposed by the order.
FANTOM FOUNDATION LTD. v MULTICHAIN FOUNDATION LTD. & Anor
The court assessed damages for breach of contract involving cryptocurrency assets by reference to the market value at the date of breach, noting that while the breach date rule is a general principle, it is not a universal rule and may be departed from if it causes injustice.
LIM CHUN YONG (LIN JUNXIONG) v JEFFREY YAP & 5 Ors
The judgment in Lim Chun Yong (Lin Junxiong) v Jeffrey Yap & 5 Ors [2024] SGHC 150 represents a comprehensive judicial examination of liability and quantum arising from a catastrophic multi-vehicle chain collision. The dispute originated from an accident on 12 February 2018 at KM
WONG BEN & 4 Ors v THE WATCHFUND LIMITED & Anor
The court held that the plaintiffs failed to prove fraudulent or negligent misrepresentation due to lack of evidence of falsity and damage. The court found the first defendant liable for breach of contract but declined to lift the corporate veil to hold the director personally li
PARK HOTEL CQ PTE. LTD. (IN LIQUIDATION) & 2 Ors v LAW CHING HUNG
A creditor can only advance a counterclaim that amounts to a permissible insolvency set-off against an insolvent company without having to obtain leave of court under s 133(1) of the IRDA.
MITSUI E&S POWER SYSTEMS INC V NEPTUN INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD & ANOR
The CAD Order issued under s 35(2)(b) of the CPC does not extinguish the debt owed by a financial institution to an account holder, but merely prohibits the disposal of or dealings with the property. Therefore, the monies in the account remain attachable by a judgment creditor, s
WPV v WPW
The court held that the division of matrimonial assets, including the timing of CPF refunds, is a matter of judicial discretion, and the result must reflect the final division ratios ordered.
Chua Teck Chew Robert v Goh Eng Wah [2009] SGCA 40
In Chua Teck Chew Robert v Goh Eng Wah, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Civil Procedure — Costs, Limitation of Actions — Extension of limitation period.
VHK v VHL
The court held that there is no legal basis to compel the Supreme Court to disclose a party's IP address in a private divorce proceeding, and that such information should not be released in aid of a private manhunt.
WQI v WQH
Court orders, especially those involving custody, care and control of children in a divorce, must be given time to settle before being varied.
PH Hydraulics & Engineering Pte Ltd v Airtrust (Hong Kong) Ltd and another appeal [2017] SGCA 26
In PH Hydraulics & Engineering Pte Ltd v Airtrust (Hong Kong) Ltd and another appeal, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Remedies, Contract — Contractual terms.
Suventher Shanmugam v Public Prosecutor [2017] SGCA 25
In Suventher Shanmugam v Public Prosecutor, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Criminal Procedure and Sentencing — Sentencing.
Rotary Engineering Ltd and others v Kioumji & Eslim Law Firm and another and another appeal and other matters [2017] SGCA 24
In Rotary Engineering Ltd and others v Kioumji & Eslim Law Firm and another and another appeal and other matters, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Conflict of laws — Natural forum.
Wee Shuo Woon v HT S.R.L. [2017] SGCA 23
In Wee Shuo Woon v HT S.R.L., the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Civil Procedure — Privilege, Equity — Obligation of confidentiality.
Chang Kar Meng v Public Prosecutor [2017] SGCA 22
The court held that while the sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive, it was out of line with precedents, and thus reduced the aggregate sentence to 15 years' imprisonment, noting that the new sentencing approach for rape and robbery would apply prospectively.
Turf Club Auto Emporium Pte Ltd and others v Yeo Boong Hua and others and another appeal and other matters [2017] SGCA 21
A consent order that is contractual in nature cannot be set aside ab initio on the basis of repudiatory breaches; such breaches only permit prospective termination of the agreement.
WTP v WTQ
An applicant seeking to vary a maintenance order based on a material change in circumstances bears the burden of proof to provide a full and detailed picture of their financial situation; reliance on limited evidence, such as company financial statements alone, is insufficient.