Setting aside an SOP Act adjudication determination: The right of all parties to be heard January 23, 2018 The Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act (Cap 30B) (SOP Act) gives parties in Singapore a way to quickly resolve construction payment disputes on a “temporary finality” basis with the right to fully and finally resolve all disputes in Court or in arbitration (where the parties had agreed to arbitration).
Protecting against foreseen risks - is a boilerplate indemnity clause sufficient? January 22, 2018 When entering into a contract, parties are increasingly relying on indemnity clauses to allocate risks that may arise. However, generic or boilerplate indemnity clauses, which are not tailored to the relevant situation, may leave parties at a disadvantage.
Short-term home sharing in Singapore: is it here to stay? February 26, 2018 In recent times, there has been a rising trend of tourists using Airbnb and other homestay type accommodations as opposed to more traditional short-term accommodation options like hotels and service apartments while vacationing abroad.