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Lim Hua Tong Jason v Public Prosecutor: Appeal Against Conviction for Outrage of Modesty
In Lim Hua Tong Jason v Public Prosecutor, the High Court of Singapore heard an appeal by Lim Hua Tong Jason against his conviction in the District Court for outrage of modesty under Section 354(1) of the Penal Code. The District Judge had sentenced Lim to seven months' imprisonment for the outrage of modesty charge, along with an aggregate sentence of 14 months for related charges of forgery and offenses under the Companies Act. Justice Vincent Hoong dismissed the appeal against conviction, finding the victim's testimony credible and the arguments presented by the appellant unpersuasive. The court also dismissed the appeal against the sentence, deeming it proportionate to the severity of the offense.
Jonathan John Shipping v Continental Shipping: Mareva Injunction & Asset Dissipation
In [2025] SGHC 34, the High Court of Singapore addressed applications related to a Mareva injunction in the case of Jonathan John Shipping Ltd (Claimant) v Continental Shipping Line Pte Ltd (Defendant). The Claimant sought disclosure orders and variation of the Mareva Order, while the Defendant applied to set aside the Mareva Order. The court granted the Claimant's application and dismissed the Defendant's application, finding a good arguable case on the merits and a real risk of asset dissipation by the Defendant. The court ordered costs to be paid by the Defendant to the Claimant.
DMZ v DNA: Permission to Commence Proceedings Against Insolvent Party in Arbitration Dispute
In DMZ v DNA, the Singapore High Court dismissed DMZ's application for permission to commence proceedings against DNA, who is undergoing insolvency proceedings in Hong Kong, concerning an arbitration dispute administered by the SIAC. The court, presided over by Hri Kumar Nair J, held that the intended proceedings were legally unsustainable and an abuse of process, as they sought to challenge a decision by the SIAC Registrar in breach of the SIAC Rules. The underlying dispute arose from sale of oil products and an extension agreement, both containing arbitration clauses.
SME Resources v. Koh Xiankai: Breach of Fiduciary Duty & Share Ownership Dispute
In two related actions, OC 276 and OC 294, the High Court of Singapore addressed claims involving SME Resources Pte Ltd (SME), Koh Xiankai, and Goh Chye Guan. OC 276, a derivative action by SME against Koh for breach of fiduciary duties, was dismissed as time-barred. OC 294, Koh's claim against Goh for a declaration of trust over SME shares, was allowed, with the court declaring that Goh held 50,000 shares in SME on trust for Koh. Goh's counterclaim was struck out before trial. The court found SME's claim time-barred and that Goh held shares on trust for Koh.
Terraform Labs: Recognition of US Chapter 11 Liquidation Plan under SG Model Law
The Singapore International Commercial Court granted Terraform Labs Pte. Ltd.'s application for recognition of its Chapter 11 liquidation plan under the SG Model Law. The court allowed Terraform Labs to administer its Singapore assets according to the US plan and prevented new legal actions against the company, excluding the ongoing SIC/OA 3/2024. The decision was made by James Michael Peck IJ on 28 January 2025, with written grounds issued on 21 February 2025, and aimed to facilitate the cross-border restructuring of Terraform Labs.
DLV v DLX: Setting Aside Arbitral Award for Breach of Natural Justice
DLV and DLW (the Promoters) applied to the General Division of the High Court of Singapore to set aside an arbitral award dated 5 July 2024, in which DLX, DLY, DLZ, and DMA (the Investors) were awarded damages for breach of contract. The Promoters argued that the arbitral tribunal breached the fair hearing rule by failing to consider their waiver and buy-back defenses. The court dismissed the application, finding that the tribunal did not breach the fair hearing rule.
India Glycols v Texan Minerals: Setting Aside Arbitration Award for Breach of Natural Justice & Excess of Jurisdiction
In India Glycols Ltd, IGL Chem International USA LLC, and Dharmesh Mehta v Texan Minerals and Chemicals LLC, the General Division of the High Court of Singapore heard an application to partially set aside an arbitration award. The court, presided over by Kristy Tan JC, dismissed the claim of breach of natural justice but allowed the application in part, setting aside the portion of the award that held IGL Chem International USA LLC and Dharmesh Mehta liable for damages, finding that the arbitrator exceeded its jurisdiction. The court upheld the award against India Glycols Ltd.
Höptner v Three Fins: Wrongful Dismissal Claim over Termination Bonus & Unauthorised Relocation
In the High Court of Singapore, Georg Alexander Höptner, the claimant, sued Three Fins Pte Ltd, the defendant, for wrongful dismissal, seeking a termination bonus and other payments. The defendant counterclaimed for unauthorized expenses and loan repayment. The court, presided over by Chua Lee Ming J, ruled in favor of the claimant, awarding US$2,464,354.84, and entered a consent judgment for the defendant on its counterclaim for US$85,795.95. The primary legal issue was whether the claimant's dismissal was justified and whether the defendant had valid grounds for termination for cause.
PP v Sim Chon Ang Jason: Illegal Financial Assistance & Cheating Offences under Companies Act & Penal Code
In Public Prosecutor v Sim Chon Ang Jason and other appeals, the High Court of Singapore addressed the sentencing of Sim Chon Ang Jason and Tjioe Chi Minh following their conviction for offences under s 76 of the Companies Act and cheating offences under the Penal Code. The court established a sentencing framework for offences under s 76 of the Companies Act, applying a two-stage, five-step approach. Sim was sentenced to an aggregate of 44 months' imprisonment, while Tjioe received an aggregate sentence of 30 months' imprisonment for abetment of cheating.
SME Care v Chan Siew Lee: Bankruptcy, Directors' Duties & Proof of Debt
In the General Division of the High Court of Singapore, Aidan Xu @ Aedit Abdullah J presided over three applications concerning the bankruptcy of Jannie Chan Siew Lee. SME Care Pte Ltd sought to enforce a proof of debt based on a consent judgment, which the court upheld, dismissing Ms. Chan's challenge. Fulcrum Distressed Partners Limited, assignee of Timor Global Pte Ltd's debt, contested the private trustee's rejection of parts of its proof of debt, while Ms. Chan challenged other accepted portions. The court allowed Fulcrum's application regarding the TL Sum and Finished Goods Sum, finding Ms. Chan in breach of her fiduciary duties as a director. Ms. Chan's application was dismissed.