Contract Act (Cap. 53): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and contractual obligations
Misrepresentation Act (Cap. 390): Governs false statements made during contract formation and provides remedies for misrepresentation in contracts
Employment Act: Relevant for determining whether the consultant relationship might be deemed an employment relationship, affecting rights and obligations
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, disclosure, and care of personal data, important for handling client information
Copyright Act (Cap. 63): Protects original artistic works and related intellectual property rights relevant to art consultation services
Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Protects distinctive marks and branding used in the art consultation business
Registered Designs Act: Protects the visual design of articles, relevant for art and design consultation
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of income earned from consultation services and business operations
Goods and Services Tax Act: Regulates GST obligations for services provided in Singapore
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Ensures fair trading practices and protects consumers when dealing with art consultants
Mediation Act 2017: Provides framework for mediation as a dispute resolution mechanism
Arbitration Act: Governs arbitration proceedings as an alternative dispute resolution method in Singapore
