Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract law principles in Singapore, providing the fundamental framework for contract formation, execution, and enforcement
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act: Legislation governing how third parties may enforce terms of a contract in Singapore, relevant for commission structures involving multiple parties
Commercial Agents (Regulation) Act: Regulates commercial agency relationships and provides framework for commission-based commercial arrangements
Employment Act: May be relevant if the commission agreement could be construed as creating an employment relationship rather than an independent contractor arrangement
Central Provident Fund Act: Relevant if the commission arrangement might trigger mandatory CPF contributions under Singapore law
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Regulates anti-competitive practices, particularly relevant for exclusive arrangements that might affect market competition
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Applicable if the commission agreement involves consumer goods or services, ensuring fair trading practices
Real Estate Agents Act: Specific regulations for commission agreements in the real estate industry, if applicable
Insurance Act: Governs commission arrangements in the insurance industry, if applicable
Securities and Futures Act: Regulates commission structures in financial services and securities trading, if applicable
Income Tax Act: Governs the tax treatment of commission payments and reporting obligations
Goods and Services Tax Act: Relevant for GST implications on commission payments and services
Mediation Act: Framework for mediation as a dispute resolution mechanism in Singapore
Arbitration Act: Governs domestic arbitration proceedings for dispute resolution in Singapore
Singapore International Arbitration Act: Provides framework for international arbitration proceedings in Singapore
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in commission agreements that involve personal information
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs the electronic execution and validity of contracts in Singapore
