Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary employment legislation that may apply if the sales representative relationship is interpreted as employment. Covers basic terms, working conditions, and includes recent amendments protecting higher-paid executives.
Contract Act (Chapter 53): Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement, including common law principles essential for the sales representative agreement.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Critical for handling customer information and maintaining privacy requirements.
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Governs anti-competitive practices, territory allocation, and pricing restrictions that may affect sales representative operations.
Income Tax Act: Addresses tax obligations for both parties, commission structure considerations, and CPF contributions if applicable to the relationship.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Regulates fair trading practices and consumer protection, particularly relevant if the sales representative deals directly with consumers.
Third Parties (Rights against Insurers) Act: Relevant legislation if the sales representative contract involves insurance products or insurance-related sales.
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic commerce, digital signatures, and electronic records in business transactions.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Covers workplace injury compensation and insurance requirements if the representative is classified as an employee.
