Sale of Goods Act (SOGA): Primary legislation governing contracts relating to the sale of goods, defining rights and obligations of buyers and sellers, and covering conditions and warranties.
Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, including common law principles and rules regarding offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention.
Unfair Contract Terms Act (UCTA): Regulates exclusion clauses, ensures fairness in contractual terms, and protects against unreasonable terms in contracts.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Provides protection for consumers in transactions and safeguards against unfair trading practices.
Moneylenders Act: Regulates money lending practices and applies to credit arrangements involving licensed moneylenders.
Banking Act: Relevant when the credit provider is a financial institution, governing banking operations and financial services.
Companies Act: Governs registration of charges and corporate matters when either party is a corporate entity.
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures when agreements are executed electronically.
Limitation Act: Sets time limits for legal actions and enforcement of contractual rights.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data of parties involved in the agreement.
