Formerly known as Model Commercial Contracts and Letters, this revised and enhanced book aims to provide practical assistance in matters regarding the drafting of contracts and letters, to the various individuals who play different roles in a corporate structure. Each chapter begins with an introductory text, or a short commentary of the current law, and proceeds to suggest how letters and contracts may  be prepared. Where appropriate, the use of forms and precedents and suggested checklists are discussed in greater detail.

NEW IN THIS EDITION:

• Includes latest commercial law changes - the recent amendments to the Companies Act and the Personal Data Protection Act.
• Features four new chapters namely, Personal Data Protection Act, Sale and Purchase of Residential Property, JTC Leases, and Introduction to Contracts.
• Contains updated comprehensive commentary and new sample contracts.

KEY FEATURES:

• Provides in-depth understanding of the basic principles of Commercial Law.
• Comprehensive commentary and contracts on a wide range of topics arising from the day-to-day tasks within a business.
• Provides practical assistance, in matters regarding the drafting of contracts and letters, to the various individuals who play different roles in a corporate structure.

With the continued growth of the Singapore media and entertainment industry, the fourth edition of this title not only updates the laws relevant to this industry, it expands into discussions of the practical application of these laws and regulations in the framework of managing media production. It is hoped that this enhances the primary purpose of this book in acting as a concise and practical reference guide for media students and practitioners.

The book is aimed at practitioners, legal academics, and judges in the hope that it will be useful in shaping the jurisprudence surrounding damages, its quantification, and the use of expert evidence in India. 

Produced by the who's who of the arbitral fraternity

The general editorial team, comprising Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon, Mr Francis Xavier, SC, Mr Chong Yee Leong and Prof Lucy Reed, hail from Singapore - the third-most preferred venue for international arbitration in the world. This title provides expert guidance on various aspects of the law of arbitration in Singapore, and is an invaluable resource for both arbitrators and arbitration practitioners.

The team of experienced practitioners and academics have prepared:

- Two additional chapters on sports and ethics

- A practical handbook & research treatise

Commercial litigation is one of the busiest areas of practice in Singapore with the commercial court developing its own unique nuances. Law & Practice of Commercial Litigation in Singapore provides an in-depth, comprehensive and practical look at the practice of commercial litigation.

The book aims to provide practical guidance to ensure success when resolving commercial disputes.  The objective recognises that success in commercial matters not only requires a knowledge of black letter commercial law (as well as all its intricacies), but a mastery of all those facets which make up commercial litigation practice.  This book is relevant not only for the practitioner in the Commercial Court but to anyone involved in commercial litigation.  It will also be a useful addition to the judge's library. 

Key Features:

• Follows the sequence of a case - the work is structured around the workflow and is packed full of practical guidance on commercial litigation, making it the most up-to-date law & practical tool a lawyer would need.
• Provides a narrative guide to modern commercial dispute resolution, from pre-action procedures to appeals.
• Practice-focused book prepared by well-known commercial litigation practitioners in Singapore.
• Develops aspects of commercial litigation practice in detail in addition to comments on rules of court.

Key Benefits:

• Presents a clear and detailed account of commercial law, covering the fundamental principles and how the law works in practice.
• Takes in all the key issues faced in today's practice.
• Places emphasis on tactics, strategy and practical guidance.
• Offers a step-by-step examination and explanation of the processes involved in commercial litigation in Singapore.

• Burberry Ltd v Megastar Shipping Pte Ltd - the Court of Appeal (CA) explains the terms “import” and “trade mark use” in the Trade Marks Act (TMA).
• Singsung Pte Ltd v LG26 Electronics Pte Ltd - CA decided that, as a matter of principle and conceptual clarity, the issue of whether a mark is distinctive of the plaintiff’s goods or services (in the sense that it is capable of acting as a badge of trade origin) is to be considered in the context of the inquiry on misrepresentation.

Mediation is a key pillar of the legal framework in Singapore, utilized both in a private setting and by the courts. The Third Edition of the title expands to feature new chapters that reflect the rapidly evolving landscape of mediation in this jurisdiction. In particular a focus is put on conducting mediation in a digital landscape and cross-boarder, providing practical tips from experienced Mediators. The discussion presented around the Mediation Act is further developed by highlighting the very recent Singapore Convention on Mediation Act and what this means for the practice moving forward. This book is an excellent resource for seasoned Mediators and newcomers alike; providing scope and detail for anyone wishing to gain a deeper understanding of the background methodology in order to better apply the concepts in practice.

The Annotated Singapore Companies Act provides invaluable section-by-section annotations to the Singapore Companies Act, Cap 50 throwing light on the application and interpretation of the provisions of the Act. 

This work is the ideal starting point for all practitioners and is unique in covering the broad range of injunctions in one volume. The author’s practical treatment provides a description of the jurisdiction of the court to grant injunctions, together with detailed guidance through practice and procedure.

• Concise Table of Cases
• Precedents & Templates
• Supreme Court Practice Directions
• State Court Practice Directions