Sale of Goods Act (SOGA): Primary legislation governing contracts for sale of goods, defining rights and obligations of buyers and sellers, including implied terms about quality, fitness for purpose, and description
Supply of Goods Act: Legislation covering contracts for supply of goods, providing similar protections as SOGA but specifically for non-sale transactions
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (CPFTA): Act protecting consumers against unfair practices, applicable when one party is a consumer, listing specific unfair practices and available remedies
Unfair Contract Terms Act (UCTA): Legislation restricting businesses' ability to exclude or limit liability and controlling unreasonable terms in standard form contracts
Electronic Transactions Act: Law governing electronic contract formation, signatures, and records, essential for digitally executed contracts
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Legislation regulating the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in business transactions and service delivery
Goods and Services Tax Act: Tax legislation governing GST implications and requirements for tax invoicing in goods and services contracts
Competition Act: Law ensuring contract terms don't violate competition laws, particularly relevant for exclusive dealing arrangements
Limitation Act: Legislation setting time limits for bringing legal actions, crucial for warranty and claim periods in contracts
