Employment Act (Chapter 91): Key legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, relevant for commission arrangements that may be interpreted as employment. Covers payment terms, timing, and record-keeping requirements.
Contract Law (Chapter 2) and Contract (Rights of Third Parties) Act: Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, validity, enforceability, and third-party rights in Singapore. Essential for structuring the commission agreement's basic terms and conditions.
Income Tax Act (Chapter 134): Regulates tax treatment of commission payments, including withholding tax obligations and reporting requirements for commission-based income.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Relevant if the commission agreement involves handling personal information, including consent requirements and data protection obligations.
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Ensures commission arrangements comply with competition law, preventing anti-competitive practices and regulating exclusive dealing arrangements.
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): Contains general provisions affecting contractual relationships and limitations on certain types of contracts under Singapore law.
Central Provident Fund Act: Relevant if the commission relationship could be deemed employment, covering CPF contribution obligations and related requirements.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Applicable when commission agreements involve consumer-facing activities, ensuring compliance with fair trading requirements and consumer protection measures.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulations specific to particular sectors such as real estate, insurance, or financial services that may affect commission arrangements.
Singapore Case Law: Relevant common law principles established through Singapore court decisions that affect the interpretation and enforcement of commission agreements.
