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![]() | Essentials of Corporate Law & Governance in Singapore, 2nd Edition Your Practical Handbook to Corporate Law & Governance in Singapore
The first and only source of practical procedures to corporate law and corporate governance, covering up to and including the most recent changes since 2018.
A high standard of corporate governance is essential to continue building Singapore’s reputation as a regional and global hub for businesses. Over the last two decades, Singapore companies have greatly progressed in their corporate governance practices. However, businesses now operate in an increasingly complex environment, with disruptive changes challenging traditional business models. It is of paramount importance for Singapore companies to steadily uplift and improve their own corporate governance practices, not only in letter but also in spirit, in order to stay ahead in this business environment. In the local regulatory landscape, the Singapore Code of Corporate Governance has undergone a major revision in August 2018 and some corporate governance disclosures and practices are now mandatory. With the enactment of new legislation including the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act 2018 and Variable Capital Companies Act 2018 and the passing of amendment acts, the Companies Act of 1967 has also been amended many times. Finally, Singapore courts have issued landmark judgements in the area of company law, such as Independent State of Papua New Guinea v PNG Sustainable Development Program Ltd [2020] 2 SLR 200 and Miao Weiguo v Tendcare Medical Group Holdings Pte Ltd [2021] SCGA 116.
Essentials of Corporate Law and Governance in Singapore brings together and highlights the key issues in company law and governance in Singapore today. Written by an author with vast experience in this area, the book discusses the applicable law and practice with clarity and keen regard for practical considerations, supported by the latest case law of the Singapore courts. Besides making extensive references to the relevant current legislation and Code of Corporate Governance 2018, the discussion also considers the latest Singapore Financial Reporting Standards and the applicable provisions from the SGX Mainboard and catalist Rulebooks.
The text is supplemented by useful comparative tables and summaries of regulatory guidelines. These include:
• Comparison of Table A/Model Constitution of companies limited by shares
• Comparison between the Code of Corporate Governance 2018 and the Code of
Corporate Governance 2012 (new)
• Table of Companies Act offences and penalties (updated)
• Table of company changes and filing deadlines (updated)
• Table of legislative references and criminal penalties for breach of statutory
duties (updated)
• Comparative Table of Guidelines on Corporate Governance for Banks, Financial
Holding Companies and Direct Insurers incorporated in Singapore – 2021 vs.
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![]() | The Annotated Singapore Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act The Annotated Singapore Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act provides section by section annotations of a popular and consistently moving body of law. Since its passing, the Act has undergone a comprehensive review that started in 2012 and resulted in the Building Maintenance and Strata Management (Amendment) Act 2017. Key amendments made are those that deal with the definition of “common property”, installation of safety equipment by subsidiary proprietors, representation in council, procedures in relation to general meetings and resolutions required for certain decisions, all of which are concerns and matters frequently encountered by subsidiary proprietors, occupiers, council members and managing agents. The objective of this annotated guide to the Act is to provide laypersons and industry practitioners with information and insights into the legislative intent and interpretation of the provisions of the Act. Each provision of the Act provides a background with explanation and guidance on its interpretation. References have been made to landmark decisions of the Courts or Strata Titles Boards, and for some provisions, answers to frequently asked questions and illustrations have been provided. | |
![]() | Law & Practice of Family Law in Singapore (2nd Edition) Law and Practice of Family Law in Singapore (2nd Edition) provides comprehensive coverage of Family Law written by a respected and authoritative team including judicial officers. The title incorporates legislative changes introduced in 2021 (divorce by mutual agreement) and 2022 (the new Adoption of Children Act). Fully updated to include the latest case law, the title provides a clear picture of the law and practice to family proceedings in the Family Court and High Court. | |
![]() | Singapore Civil Procedure 2022 Helmed by General Editor, Cavinder Bull S.C., this annual publication is annotated by some of the preeminent practitioners and Judges in the field. It is the leading title of its kind, presenting the most comprehensive coverage of Singapore Civil Procedure in both print and electronic format. This title provides the new Rules of Court in an annotated format and supplies supporting legislation and other material of significance. | |
![]() | Restructuring and Insolvency: A Commentary (COMING SOON) Relieving the stress in restructuring and rescuing companies in distress | |
![]() | Legal Method Providing a solid understanding of the workings of Malaysian law and its processes | |
![]() | Malaysian Litigation Series - Statutory Interpretation in Malaysia Illuminating the art of interpreting statutes and giving life to the written law | |
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Key Features
ISBN: 9789672723882
The discussions analyse the character and supremacy of the Constitution, along with the establishment of the Legislature, the Executive, the Attorney General, the Judiciary and the Public Service. The significance of State-Federal relations is considered and the issues arising in its ongoing operation are perceptively scrutinised. The special and emergency powers of the Legislature and the Executive are carefully explored, while the theories and principles of constitutional interpretation are keenly studied. Case authorities are thoroughly explained and analytically reviewed to distil applicable principles. Comparative study against foreign statutes and cases provide fresh perspectives to the Malaysian position.
ISBN: 9789672723905
The topics on right to equality and equal protection, protection of life and liberty, rights of an accused person, protection against retrospective criminal laws and double jeopardy, freedom of religion, freedom of speech, assembly and association, language and education, right to property and citizenship are analytically discussed. Case authorities are thoroughly explained and critically examined. Comparative study against foreign statutes and cases provide fresh perspectives to the Malaysian position.
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![]() | Law and Justice in Hong Kong: Principles of the Legal System, Fourth Edition Exceptionally accessible and comprehensive text on the legal system of Hong Kong, trusted by cohort after cohort of students sitting for law school, conversion, or professional examinations on the subject. | |
![]() | Journal of International and Comparative Law JICL promotes international legal research and scholarship. In addition to articles by scholars and practitioners on “black letter law,” we welcome interdisciplinary contributions especially those that tangibly link such disciplines as social sciences, economics, international politics and other fields of research and academic debate that may be more empirically based but of major significance in influencing the focus and reform of law in its national and global contexts. Submissions are welcome for publication in 2023. Articles may be submitted to Professor Anton Cooray of City Law School, The City, University of London at Anton.cooray.1@city.ac.uk to whom any inquiries may also be directed.
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![]() | Hong Kong Basic Law Handbook, 3rd Edition Hong Kong Basic Law Handbook continues to be the definitive work for anyone interested in understanding the operation of the Basic Law. A number of significant developments in constitutional law have taken place since the publication of the first edition in 2015 and second edition in 2019. | |
![]() | Hong Kong Law Journal Founded in 1971, Hong Kong Law Journal is the leading scholarly journal on the common law in Hong Kong, and the law in China in the English language. The journal also publishes comparative, jurisprudential, international, and interdisciplinary material relevant to the study of law. All contributions are refereed. The Journal enjoys a wide circulation throughout the common law world. It is available online on a current, full text basis on Westlaw. It is indexed by Scopus, the Social Sciences Citation Index, Current Contents/Social & Behavioral Sciences, and the Index to Legal Periodicals and Books, and abstracted on the Social Science Research Network.
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![]() | Duress, Undue Influence and Unconscionable Dealing, 4th Edition Duress, Undue, Influence and Unconscionable Dealing are grounds on which a contract can be set aside because the claimant was induced to enter into it by means which the law considers unacceptable. Professor Enonchong provides a detailed and rigorous analysis of the circumstances where an otherwise valid transaction can be avoided on each of these grounds.
Duress
Duress is a common law doctrine under which a contract may be avoided where the complainant was induced to enter into it by illegitimate pressure, such as a threat of physical violence, a threat to seize or damage property or economic pressure. Undue Influence
There are two doctrines of undue influence: the equitable doctrine of undue influence is concerned with lifetime transactions (such as contracts), while the probate doctrine of undue influence is concerned with wills. The equitable doctrine of undue influence deals with cases where one person has acquired influence over another, and the ascendant person abuses that influence to induce the other person to enter into a lifetime transaction. It includes an evidential presumption of undue influence in certain cases. Probate undue influence applies in relation to wills. It allows the court to refuse to admit a will to probate where the testator was induced to sign the will by the exercise of undue influence. Unlike equitable undue influence, probate undue influence does not include an evidential presumption of undue influence. Abuse of Confidence
The book also discusses the equitable doctrine of abuse of confidence, which is sometimes confused with, but is different from, the equitable doctrine of undue influence. The doctrine of abuse of confidence is concerned to protect a person (the principal) who has placed confidence in another person (the fiduciary) from abuse of that confidence in any transaction between the fiduciary and the principal (as where a solicitor buys property from his client). Unconscionable dealing
Unconscionable dealing or unconscionable bargains is an equitable doctrine that provides protection to weaker parties in certain situations. The court will intervene on this ground to set aside a contract where, at the time of the contract: one party was suffering from some serious disadvantage, such as poverty, ignorance, illness, or otherwise, so that the circumstances existed of which unfair advantage could be taken; that weakness was exploited by the other party (“the stronger party”) in a morally reprehensible manner; and the resulting transaction is extremely one-sided in favour of the stronger party. Features:
What’s New in this 4th Edition
Many new cases have been considered, including:
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![]() | Sinclair on Warranties and Indemnities on Share and Asset Sales, 12th Edition This practical text contains precedents and commentary on warranties and indemnities on share sales. It provides guidance for all parties – purchasers and vendors - who deal with a sale and purchase agreement (“sale agreement”) for either a company or business. Written for commercial lawyers, it is the only title to deal exclusively with this area.
New for the 12th edition:
This edition reflects the changes in law, convention and practice since the last edition. As well as updated warranties, there are new ones to deal with the various assistance programs provided by the Government during the height of the Covid 19 pandemic and new warranties and due diligence enquiries relating to the national security and Investment Act 2021 Features:
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![]() | Fleet Street Reports: Cases on Intellectual Property Law | |
![]() | Discrimination at Work 2022 The IDS Employment Law Handbook Discrimination at Work provides an authoritative and detailed overview of how the Equality Act 2010 applies in the workplace. This comprehensive guide clearly explains the key legal issues, including the scope of the protected characteristics under the 2010 Act; the various types of discrimination that the Act prohibits; who is protected and who may be liable; the circumstances in which discrimination can arise before, during and after employment; and the remedies available to successful claimants. The 2022 edition of the Handbook has been updated to take account of key case law developments since the previous edition, as well as the post-Brexit status of EU law in the UK. Discrimination law has become a vast topic, with the capacity to affect every aspect of the employment relationship, and this Handbook is an essential tool in keeping up-to-date and fully informed. Also available as an eBook on Thomson Reuters ProView Thomson Reuters ProView is custom built for legal professionals like you. | |
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