Category: Corporate & Commercial
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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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
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…
GNU General Public License Under German Law
In the first known court ruling anywhere in the world on the legal effects of the GNU General Public License (“GPL”), the District Court of Munich I in Germany (the “Court”) in May 2004 decided that the provisions of the GPL are enforceable under German law. The lawsuit was initiated by one of the so-called…
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Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment
Concerning the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2004 that provides for security of payment from clients, main contractors and sub-contractors.
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Model Data Protection Code For The Private Sector v1.3 (June 2003)
This Model Code outlines the minimum requirements for the protection of personal information whether or not in the form of electronic data (“personal data”). The Model code was first drafted by the Legal Sub- Committee of the National Internet Advisory Committee (NIAC). It was subsequently opened for public consultation by the Media Development Authority (MDA)…
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Foreign Investment In Indonesia
This guide is designed to give a brief insight into doing business in Indonesia. It contains some background information that will be helpful to companies considering establishing business operations there. It is essential that professional advice be obtained before any business is undertaken.
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Indonesia Negative List – Based On Presidential Decree 96/2000 jo.118/2000
Indonesia Negative List Based On Presidential Decree 96/2000 jo.118/2000
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Corporate Documents From Other Jurisdictions
Obtaining corporate documents from a country outside Singapore can be one of the most frustrating experiences, not because the relevant authority is inefficient, but because there is a lack of familiarity with the procedural and legal aspects of those jurisdictions.
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