Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore
Misrepresentation Act (Cap. 390): Governs false statements or misrepresentations made during contract formation
Income Tax Act (Cap. 134): Regulates tax obligations, including withholding tax for non-resident speakers and GST implications
Employment Act (Cap. 91): Determines if speaking engagement could be construed as employment relationship
Copyright Act (Cap. 63): Protects intellectual property rights related to speaker's materials and content
Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Protects branding and trademark elements in speaking materials
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data
Immigration Act (Cap. 133): Regulates entry and work requirements for international speakers
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Governs work pass requirements for foreign speakers
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Applies to public events with ticket sales to ensure fair trading practices
Mediation Act 2017: Framework for mediation as dispute resolution method
Arbitration Act (Cap. 10): Provides framework for arbitration in case of disputes
Payment Terms: Contractual element defining compensation, payment schedule, and related conditions
Force Majeure Clause: Contractual provision addressing unforeseeable circumstances preventing contract fulfillment
Confidentiality Clause: Contractual provision protecting sensitive information shared during engagement
Liability Limitations: Contractual terms defining scope and limits of liability for both parties
Jurisdiction Clause: Contractual provision specifying Singapore as governing jurisdiction for dispute resolution
