Author: Seng Siew Lim
AI and the Singapore Lawyer 6: From Experiment to Practice—Your Firm’s Strategic AI Roadmap
Intentional, documented integration transforms isolated technological experiments into a sustainable competitive advantage and a robust defensive posture.
Loss of Bargain Damages in Singapore – To follow UK Decision?
In Great Asia Maritime Limited v Orion Shipping and Trading LLC [2026] UKSC 23, the UK Supreme Court held that a party who cancels a contract under an express contractual right, without needing to prove a repudiatory breach, can still recover loss of bargain damages. The reasoning is highly persuasive to a Singapore court, and…
When Is a “Threat” Truly a Threat? Lessons from a Recent PPO Dismissal
Personal Protection Orders (PPOs) exist to shield family members from real and serious harm. But a recent decision by the Family Justice Courts, YBA v YBB [2026] SGFC 44, is a timely reminder that not every hurtful, alarming, or even disturbing statement made within a marriage will meet the legal threshold for “family violence” under…
Singapore Tightens Rules on Social Media Advertisers and Messaging Platforms Under New Scam Codes
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has issued three new Codes of Practice under the Online Criminal Harms Act, requiring social media platforms to verify advertisers, messaging apps to flag unknown contacts, and e-commerce platforms to strengthen login safeguards, with most requirements taking effect by 31 January 2027. What Did the Police Announce? On 17 August…
Navigating Employee Moonlighting in Singapore: What Employers and Employees Need to Know
The modern workforce in Singapore is increasingly dynamic, with many individuals exploring additional income streams or pursuing passion projects outside their primary employment. This phenomenon, often referred to as “moonlighting,” presents a complex legal and ethical landscape for both employers and employees. A recent Singapore District Court ruling underscores the critical need for clarity, robust…
The Service Frontier – AI Workflows and the New Customer Experience
AI-powered customer interactions can create binding contracts before you realise it. This article examines how Singapore SMEs can deploy AI in customer-facing workflows while managing consumer protection, data privacy, and contractual liability exposure.
Our Director, Lim Seng Siew, at Law Society’s PIPD Seminar 2026
On 20th August 2026, Seng Siew spoke on the topic “Beyond the Hype: Practical, Ethical, and Everyday AI for the Singapore Personal Injury Lawyer”. On stage, he did something daring. He did 3 live demos before an audience of almost 200 PIPD lawyers of what Gen AI, Agentic AI and Autonomous AI can do to…
Balancing HDB BTO Targets with Public Participation: The Legal Trajectory of Maju Forest
The ongoing public discourse surrounding the state’s proposal to redevelop portions of Maju Forest in Sunset Way for public housing underscores a recurring legal and planning tension in Singapore. On one side lies the pressing public interest in securing an adequate supply of affordable housing. On the other sits a growing societal demand for environmental…
AI and the Singapore Lawyer 5 (Supplementary): AI and the Value of Time-Redefining Billing
As AI separates “time spent” from “value delivered,” the modern practitioner must shift from being a vendor of hours to a provider of high-stakes legal outcomes.
AI and the Singapore Lawyer 5: Beyond Efficiency—Harnessing AI for Enhanced Client Service
The article discusses the shift from efficiency to efficacy in legal practice through the use of AI, emphasising enhanced client engagement, clearer communication, thoughtful work products, and expanded access, ultimately improving legal services.
The Global Jury on No-Contest Clauses: How Other Legal Systems Handle Family Inheritance Disputes
No-contest clauses lack binding local precedent in Singapore — no court has yet ruled on their enforceability. This article surveys how Commonwealth countries and the US approach them, and what the global picture means for Singapore testators.
The Ethics of Code – Bias, Fairness, and the Workplace
AI hiring tools can discriminate systematically — and under Singapore’s Workplace Fairness Act, the algorithm is not the defence. This article examines how SMEs can audit AI tools for bias and document the due diligence required.
