Unfair Contract Terms Act (UCTA): Primary legislation regulating exclusion and limitation of liability clauses in contracts. Determines reasonableness of liability exclusions and prohibits certain types of exclusions, particularly those relating to death or personal injury due to negligence.
Civil Law Act: Fundamental legislation governing contract law in Singapore, particularly Section 2(2). Sets out basic requirements for contract validity and consideration principles.
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act: Legislation governing how third parties may enforce terms of a contract. Crucial for structuring beneficiaries in hold harmless agreements and indemnity clauses.
Misrepresentation Act: Controls false or misleading statements in contractual relationships. Essential for ensuring clarity and truthfulness in waiver terms to maintain validity.
Common Law Principles: Foundational legal principles including doctrine of unconscionability, rules about duress and undue influence, and basic contract formation requirements under Singapore law.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Legislation protecting consumer interests in commercial transactions. Particularly relevant if the waiver involves consumer relationships or transactions.
Personal Data Protection Act: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Relevant if the waiver form includes collection or processing of personal information.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific rules and regulations that may affect the validity and scope of hold harmless agreements in particular industries or contexts.
