Author: Seng Siew Lim
Singapore’s First Five ECT Decisions: What Employers Should Know
A review of Singapore’s first five published Employment Claims Tribunals decisions (2026), covering wrongful dismissal, overtime, discretionary bonuses, and commission disputes.
How to Evict a Family Member Professionally and Legally in Singapore
Familial relationships do not confer property rights under Singapore law. Occupants without formal agreements are licensees — and evicting them requires a proper legal process. Self-help measures reliably create more litigation than they resolve.
Singapore’s Proposed Protected Cell Company Framework: What It Means for Captive Insurance and Risk Structuring
MAS proposes a Protected Cell Company framework for captives, ILS and risk pools. Learn what it could mean for your Singapore risk structuring. MAS Consults on Protected Cell Company Framework to Support Growth of Alternative Risk Transfer Solutions in Insurance (MAS, 7 July 2026).
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Navigating Singapore’s AI Landscape: Governance and Legal Responsibilities
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the business world, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation and efficiency. However, with these advancements come complex legal and ethical considerations, particularly concerning governance, data protection, and accountability. In Singapore, as businesses increasingly adopt AI technologies, understanding the regulatory landscape is crucial to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Three guidance…
Beyond the LPA: Protecting Vulnerable Elderly Parents from Undue Influence
An LPA protects against incapacity — not against a family member who controls access and information. This article examines the doctrine of undue influence, what courts require to establish it, and proactive measures to protect elderly parents.
Doctor in SMGL Case Fined for Insider Trading: Lesson for Singapore Investors
A Singapore doctor was fined S$120,000 by MAS for insider trading ahead of a healthcare takeover. OTP Law explains what insider trading is and how to stay compliant.
AI and the Singapore Lawyer 4: Risk and Responsibility—A Practical Framework for AI Adoption
This article outlines the risks associated with Generative AI in legal practice, presenting a Risk & Responsibility Framework to ensure compliance with professional standards, particularly in Singapore’s legal landscape.
The Power and Pitfalls of No-Contest Clauses in Singapore Wills
No-contest clauses lack clear enforceability under Singapore law — no court has yet ruled on them definitively. This article examines what they can and cannot do, and the complementary measures that provide more robust estate planning protection.
Singapore’s Proposed Digital Infrastructure Bill: What Businesses Need to Know
Singapore’s Digital Infrastructure Bill up for consultation.
Ownership vs. Output – Solving the AI IP Puzzle
Who owns what AI produces? Under IPOS’s current position, AI-generated content may have no copyright protection. This article examines the ownership gap Singapore SMEs face and how to close it through contract and trade secret law.
Singapore’s Online Safety Framework: What do OSC, POHA, OSRA and OCHA Mean?
Online harassment, doxxing, and harmful digital content affect employees navigating cyberbullying in Singapore, business owners managing coordinated smear campaigns, and families dealing with the fallout of harmful online content.
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AI and the Singapore Lawyer 3 (Supplemental): Preserving the Sacred Seal—Confidentiality and Privilege in the AI Era
The article dives into using AI in law while respecting confidentiality obligations. It covers different AI tool types, data handling, and the need for a firm-wide policy to ensure compliance and secure client data.
