Employment Act (Cap. 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering basic terms of employment, rights, duties and responsibilities of employers and employees
Employment Claims Act 2016: Framework for resolving salary-related disputes and wrongful dismissal claims, establishes jurisdiction of Employment Claims Tribunal
Retirement and Re-employment Act: Legislation covering retirement age, re-employment obligations and related provisions for older workers
Central Provident Fund Act: Governs mandatory social security savings system, including employer contributions and treatment of payments in settlements
Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices: Guidelines ensuring fair treatment in employment practices, including termination and settlement procedures
Tripartite Guidelines on Wrongful Dismissal: Specific guidelines on what constitutes wrongful dismissal and appropriate remedies
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Legislation ensuring workplace safety and health standards, relevant for settlements involving workplace incidents
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, important for confidentiality clauses in settlement agreements
Income Tax Act: Tax implications and treatment of settlement payments and benefits
Contract Law (Common Law): General principles of contract law applying to settlement agreements, including formation, consideration, and enforceability
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, ensuring settlement terms are reasonable and enforceable
Mediation Act 2017: Framework for mediation processes, relevant for dispute resolution provisions in settlement agreements
