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Not to squeeze them out. In Aulich v Scott the Full Federal Court upheld the finding that share issues at $1 a share, offered to every
Generally no. Where the debt is genuinely in dispute and covered by an arbitration agreement, the Singapore court will ordinarily dismiss the winding-up application without deciding
An emergency arbitrator can only order what the law of the arbitral seat, or the parties’ own express agreement, allows. Adopting institutional rules that offer an
A defective arbitration clause is usually salvageable in Singapore. The Court of Appeal will give effect to a clear intention to arbitrate even where the clause
A negligent adviser does not answer for everything that follows from the advice. Where that limit belongs inside a negligence claim has never been settled across
Arbitration Finality: Protecting Your Award from Arbitrator Overreach in Singapore Arbitration is chosen by commercial parties primarily for its promise of a final, binding resolution. However,
In commercial law, the right to arbitrate is often treated as an absolute shield. However, Singapore’s courts have recently clarified that this shield is surprisingly fragile.
Doing Business in Vietnam: The Executive’s Guide to Commercial Arbitration (2026 Edition) For foreign investors, Vietnam is a land of immense opportunity—and distinct legal nuances. As
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Technology contract disputes Australia often stem from misaligned expectations in IT projects. This article explores a real case, highlighting how clear contracts and legal advice can