Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore. Essential for ensuring the settlement agreement meets basic contractual requirements.
Mediation Act 2017: Provides framework for mediation proceedings and enforceability of mediated settlement agreements in Singapore.
Rules of Court 2021: Procedural rules governing court proceedings and settlements, including requirements for filing court sanctions where necessary.
Limitation Act (Cap. 163): Establishes time limits for bringing legal claims, crucial for understanding if claims being settled are still within limitation periods.
Employment Act: Relevant if the settlement involves employment disputes, providing mandatory requirements for employment-related settlements.
Personal Data Protection Act: Governs handling of personal data in settlement agreements, including confidentiality and data protection obligations.
Civil Law (Amendment) Act: Contains provisions affecting civil proceedings and settlements, including updates to civil law framework.
Choice of Court Agreements Act: Relevant for settlement agreements with cross-border elements or involving choice of jurisdiction clauses.
Reciprocal Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act: Important for settlements involving foreign parties or requiring enforcement across jurisdictions.
Income Tax Act: Governs tax implications of settlement payments and necessary tax provisions in settlement agreements.
Stamp Duties Act: Determines if stamp duty is payable on the settlement agreement and related documentation.
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act: Regulates third party rights in contracts, important for settlements affecting third party interests.
