Author: Seng Siew Lim

  • The Code of Hammurabi

    The Code of Hammurabi

    Hammurabi is now synonymous with his code of laws, referred to as the Code of Hammurabi. Five columns of the stele have been erased, but it is thought the total number of legal judgments contained on it would have been 285.

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  • Investment In the United Arab Emirates

    Investment In the United Arab Emirates

    A short article about investing in UAE and the corporate cehicles to use.

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  • The Court of Arbitration for Sport:  A Model of Dispute Resolution

    The Court of Arbitration for Sport: A Model of Dispute Resolution

    The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is an institution independent of any sports organization which provides for services in order to facilitate the settlement of sports-related disputes through arbitration or mediation by means of procedural rules adapted to the specific needs of the sports world.

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  • Introduction To International Law

    Introduction To International Law

    An Introduction to Interntional Law, what it is and its history.

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  • Formation of Local Company in Thailand

    Formation of Local Company in Thailand

    This article provides information on the procedure of incorporating a limited company in Thailand.

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  • The Registration of Movement Marks

    The Registration of Movement Marks

    There is nothing that prevents a distinctive series of movements that is capable of graphic representation from being registered as a trade mark. However certain requirements of trade mark may be difficult to satisfy.

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  • Canon Law

    Canon Law

    In Western culture, canon law is the law of the Roman Catholic and Anglican churches.

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  • IT Contract Management And Administration For Law Firms

    IT Contract Management And Administration For Law Firms

    Contract management is one area of the IT procurement process (whether for hardware or for software) that is often overlooked.

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  • Investment Guide To Cambodia

    Investment Guide To Cambodia

    A short guide to foreign investment into Cambodia.

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  • Ten Rules To Helping Your Lawyer Help You

    Ten Rules To Helping Your Lawyer Help You

    As in any successful relationship, a good lawyer-client relationship involves cooperation on both sides. As a client, you have a role to play to make sure you get the best possible legal help. To do so, you must hold up your end of the responsibilities. This article lists ten common sense rules to establishing a…

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  • Online Gambling Laws in Singapore

    Online Gambling Laws in Singapore

    Introduction Singapore laws strictly prohibit gambling and the advertising or promotion of gambling venues. Only limited exceptions exist. This article looks at the gambling laws in Singapore and how they apply to online gambling. The principal legislation are the (1) Betting Act (“BA”); (2) Common Gaming Houses Act (“CGHA”); and (3) Broadcasting (Class License) Notification…

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  • The Concept of Intellectual Property

    The Concept of Intellectual Property

    Introduction In law, particularly in common law jurisdictions, intellectual property is a form of legal entitlement which allows its holder to control the use of certain intangible ideas and expressions. The term intellectual property reflects the idea that once established, such entitlements are generally treated by courts, especially in common law jurisdictions, as if they…

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