Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract law in Singapore, including formation, discharge of obligations, and contractual remedies
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Cap. 396): Legislation regulating unfair terms in contracts and limiting the extent to which civil liability can be excluded or restricted
Legal Profession Act (Cap. 161): Legislation governing legal practice and representation in Singapore, relevant for settlement agreements
Limitation Act (Cap. 163): Statute setting time limits for bringing legal actions and claims, crucial for settlement validity
Evidence Act (Cap. 97): Legislation governing the admissibility of evidence, important for documentation requirements in settlements
Mediation Act 2017: Framework for mediation proceedings in Singapore, relevant if settlement arose from mediation
Supreme Court of Judicature Act (Cap. 322): Legislation establishing jurisdiction and powers of Singapore courts in civil matters
Rules of Court: Procedural rules governing civil proceedings in Singapore courts
Common Law - Doctrine of Consideration: Legal principle requiring exchange of value for contract validity
Common Law - Release and Waiver: Principles governing the release of legal rights and claims in settlement agreements
Common Law - Contractual Interpretation: Rules and principles for interpreting contractual terms and provisions
Common Law - Contractual Capacity: Legal principles determining parties' ability to enter into binding contracts
