Contract Act (Cap. 53): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore. Covers fundamental elements like offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations.
Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Fundamental legislation governing civil matters in Singapore, including contractual relationships and remedies available to parties.
Limitation Act (Cap. 163): Establishes time limits for bringing various types of claims and legal actions in Singapore, crucial for settlement agreement terms.
Evidence Act (Cap. 97): Governs the admissibility of evidence in legal proceedings, relevant for proving terms and enforcement of the settlement agreement.
Mediation Act 2017: Regulates mediation proceedings in Singapore and provides for the enforceability of mediated settlement agreements.
Supreme Court of Judicature Act: Relevant if the settlement relates to court proceedings, governing court jurisdiction and powers.
Public Policy Requirements: Settlement terms must not contravene Singapore's public policy and legal framework.
Confidentiality Provisions: Legal requirements and best practices for maintaining confidentiality in settlement agreements under Singapore law.
Dispute Resolution Mechanisms: Legal framework for including and enforcing dispute resolution clauses in settlement agreements under Singapore law.
Execution Requirements: Legal requirements for proper execution and signing of settlement agreements to ensure validity under Singapore law.
