Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, consideration requirements, and remedies for breach in Singapore. Essential for basic contract structure and enforceability.
Electronic Transactions Act (Cap. 88): Governs electronic transactions, digital signatures, and electronic records. Relevant if the support agreement will be executed electronically or involves digital services.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Critical if support services involve handling customer or user personal information.
Computer Misuse Act: Addresses cybersecurity and computer system access. Relevant for IT support services and system access protocols.
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices. Must be considered when drafting exclusivity or restriction clauses.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests and prevents unfair trading practices. Applicable if support services are provided to consumers.
Supply of Goods Act: Regulates transactions involving goods. Relevant if support services include hardware or physical products.
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Controls use of unfair terms, especially in limitation of liability and exclusion clauses. Essential for drafting reasonable and enforceable terms.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements specific to particular industries such as financial services, healthcare, or telecommunications.
Singapore Case Law: Relevant court decisions and precedents that guide interpretation of service agreements and contract terms in Singapore.
