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Neo Aik Soo v Neo Geek Kuan and another [2019] SGHC 278
In Neo Aik Soo v Neo Geek Kuan and another, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Resulting trusts.
Ding Auto Pte Ltd v Yip Kin Lung and others [2019] SGHC 243
In Ding Auto Pte Ltd v Yip Kin Lung and others, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Agency — fiduciary duties of agent, Trusts — knowing receipt of monies paid in breach of fiduciary duties.
Aljunied-Hougang Town Council and another v Lim Swee Lian Sylvia and others and another suit [2019] SGHC 241
In Aljunied-Hougang Town Council and another v Lim Swee Lian Sylvia and others and another suit, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Equity — Fiduciary relationships, Trusts — Accessory liability.
Philip Antony Jeyaretnam and another v Kulandaivelu Malayaperumal and others (Thirumurthy Ayernaar Pamabayan, third party; Pramela d/o Govindasamy and another, non-parties) [2019] SGHC 214
In Philip Antony Jeyaretnam and another v Kulandaivelu Malayaperumal and others (Thirumurthy Ayernaar Pamabayan, third party; Pramela d/o Govindasamy and another, non-parties), the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Constructive trusts, Equity — Equitable lien.
Lim Ah Leh v Heng Fock Lin [2019] SGCA 26
In Lim Ah Leh v Heng Fock Lin, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Resulting trust, Equity — Fiduciary relationships.
Geok Hong Co Pte Ltd v Koh Ai Gek and others [2019] SGCA 15
In Geok Hong Co Pte Ltd v Koh Ai Gek and others, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Constructive trusts, Equity — Estoppel.
Chia Kok Weng v Chia Kwok Yeo and another [2017] SGCA 54
The Court of Appeal ruled that Yeo holds a one-third share in the property on trust for Weng. The court ordered an inquiry into rebuilding costs to be credited against beneficial interests, granting the respondents the option to buy out Weng’s share or sell the property on the open market.
Tan Yok Koon v Tan Choo Suan and another and other appeals [2017] SGCA 13
In Tan Yok Koon v Tan Choo Suan and another and other appeals, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Express trusts, Trusts — Resulting trusts.
The State-Owned Company Yugoimport SDPR (also known as Jugoimport-SDPR) v Westacre Investments Inc and other appeals [2016] SGCA 51
In The State-Owned Company Yugoimport SDPR (also known as Jugoimport-SDPR) v Westacre Investments Inc and other appeals, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Civil Procedure — Garnishee Orders, Trusts — Express Trusts.
Guy Neale and others v Nine Squares Pty Ltd [2014] SGCA 64
In Guy Neale v Nine Squares Pty Ltd [2014] SGCA 64, the Court of Appeal ruled that Nine Squares held Singapore trademarks on an express trust for the partnership. The court ordered the transfer of the marks and an account of profits, clarifying fiduciary duties regarding partnership assets.
Chan Yuen Lan v See Fong Mun [2014] SGCA 36
In Chan Yuen Lan v See Fong Mun, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Resulting Trusts, Trusts — Constructive Trusts.
Tee Yok Kiat v Pang Min Seng [2013] SGCA 9
In Tee Yok Kiat v Pang Min Seng, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Express trusts, Trusts — Resulting Trusts.
Yong Kheng Leong and another v Panweld Trading Pte Ltd and another [2012] SGCA 59
In Yong Kheng Leong and another v Panweld Trading Pte Ltd and another, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Constructive Trusts, Limitation of Actions — Equity and Limitation of Actions.
Foo Jee Seng and others v Foo Jhee Tuang and another [2012] SGCA 41
In Foo Jee Seng v Foo Jhee Tuang [2012] SGCA 41, the Court of Appeal ruled that a trustee's power to postpone property sales is not absolute. The court ordered the immediate sale of the property and mandated that the trustee provide full accounts, emphasizing the duty to act for beneficiaries.
George Raymond Zage III and another v Ho Chi Kwong and another [2010] SGCA 4
In George Raymond Zage III and another v Ho Chi Kwong and another, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Equity, Trusts.
Loo Chay Sit v Estate of Loo Chay Loo, deceased [2009] SGCA 47
In Loo Chay Sit v Estate of Loo Chay Loo, deceased, the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Trusts — Resulting trusts, Evidence — Proof of evidence.
Low Gim Siah and Others v Low Geok Khim and Another [2006] SGCA 45
In Low Gim Siah v Low Geok Khim [2006] SGCA 45, the Court of Appeal ruled that funds in six joint accounts were held on a resulting trust for the Estate. The deceased's retention of absolute control over the accounts successfully rebutted the presumption of advancement, favoring the Estate over the
Azero Investments SA v Velstra Pte Ltd and Another Appeal [2005] SGCA 44
The Court of Appeal allowed Azero Investments SA's appeal, ruling that the assignment of debt did not constitute a breach of fiduciary duty. The court set aside the lower court's decision, confirming that constructive trust principles do not apply to garnishee proceedings without clear breach of dut
Intergraph Systems South East Asia Pte Ltd v Zhang Yiguang (suing by the committee and estate of his person, Tong Wen Li) [2004] SGCA 52
In Intergraph Systems South East Asia Pte Ltd v Zhang Yiguang (suing by the committee and estate of his person, Tong Wen Li), the Court of Appeal of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Contract — Contractual terms, Trusts — Creation of trust.
Leo Teng Choy v Leo Teng Kit and Others [2000] SGCA 63
Court of Appeal dismisses appeal in Leo Teng Choy v Leo Teng Kit, upholding sale of family property. Despite unanimity clause, court found testator's overriding intention was equal treatment, authorising sale as expedient.