Contracts Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore. Covers fundamental elements like offer, acceptance, consideration, and capacity to contract.
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Cap. 396): Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly in relation to liability limitations and exclusion clauses. Essential for ensuring liability clauses are reasonable and enforceable.
Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Provides the foundational framework for civil matters in Singapore, including contract law principles and remedies.
Limitation Act (Cap. 163): Sets time limits for bringing legal actions, crucial for determining the duration of liability obligations and enforcement periods.
Contributory Negligence and Personal Injuries Act: Governs aspects of liability relating to personal injury and negligence, important for determining scope of liability and damages.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests and regulates unfair practices, particularly relevant if the liability agreement involves consumer relationships.
Supply of Goods Act: Regulates contracts involving the supply of goods, including implied terms and conditions about quality and fitness for purpose.
Public Policy Requirements: Legal principle requiring that contract terms must not contravene public policy or be illegal under Singapore law.
Singapore Case Law Precedents: Relevant court decisions that have established principles for interpreting liability clauses and determining their enforceability.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific rules and regulations that may impact liability terms depending on the industry context of the agreement.
