Enforcement Proceedings: Winding Up
What can you do if you have obtained a Judgment against a company debtor who owes you and cannot (or do not want to) repay the debts owed to you of at least $10,000.00?
One of the options available to you as a creditor is to apply to wind up the company debtor to enforce the Judgment against the company debtor.
Deductions to Security Deposit
A security deposit refers to the sum of money typically provided by a tenant to a landlord when renting property or entering into a tenancy agreement. Typically, most residential tenancies in Singapore require deposits that are the total of 1-2 months’ rent, but may be negotiable depending on the individual landlord.
Employment Claim Process in Singapore
There are different recourse available to those who face employment disputes in Singapore. Find out more in our article here.
Debt Recovery against a Company
A debt recovery process can be a straight-forward yet complicated process. While most debt recovery may seem to be a straight-forward claim for the debt owed to you, each debt recovery process is unique to their circumstances and situation. It may, therefore, be prudent to seek legal assistance to be correctly advised before proceeding further.
A quick guide to Alternative Dispute Resolution: Mediation
Mediation is a typical ADR process which involves the parties in a dispute heard before a neutral third party, such as a mediator, who shall guide and expedite negotiations between parties to, hopefully, reach an agreement to settle the dispute. A significant role of the mediator is that he or she will not force any of the parties to come to an agreement; this agreement shall be a voluntary one. Parties are also actively encouraged, before trial, to attempt in a session of mediation, although parties cannot and will not be forced to do so by the Courts.
Muslim wills vs regular wills, what is the difference?
A Will is an essential legal instrument which deals with properties that have monetary value and most importantly, sentimental attachment by the testator and the family members. There are few differences between a Muslim and non-Muslim Wills. It is essential to know the difference to avoid your Will to be deemed invalid should you decide […]
REQUIREMENTS OF A WILL
WHO CAN MAKE A WILL The wills act provides that persons who are at least 21 years old can make a will. The exception to this are soldiers and mariners who are under the age of 21. VALIDITY OF A WILL A will is valid if it has the following: – Signature on […]
Gifts From Soon-to-be Ex-Spouse, What happens?
During the lifetime of any marriage, it is very common for gifts to be given between spouses. However, during a divorce or the onset of a divorce, some typical questions include “will the gifts given by my spouse be subjected to laws on the division of matrimonial assets?”, or “do I get to keep the gifts my spouse gave me during the marriage?”.
Statutory Constructive Dismissal in Singapore
Discrimination and prejudice are painful things to experience, and it can come in many different forms. What happens if such discrimination and prejudice happen to you at your workplace? You may be ostracised at work by your superiors, or your salary withheld for vague reasons or may have your benefits and entitlements deprived.
Why A Well Drafted Letter of Demand Can Get You Results
While a letter of demand can usually be drafted by anyone, a lawyer can assist to pinpoint the legal issues at hand and to provide clarity to the type of demand that are feasible and are due recoverable by the due process of the law. A letter of demand from lawyer can also demonstrate clearly that the sender of the letter of demand is serious and is willing to take legal action to resolve the matter.
