Employment Act (Cap. 91): Key for establishing clear distinction from employment relationship to avoid misclassification. Must establish parameters that demonstrate genuine independent contractor status.
Central Provident Fund Act (Cap. 36): Clarifies that CPF contributions are not applicable for independent contractors. Contractor must handle their own social security arrangements.
Income Tax Act (Cap. 134): Addresses contractor's responsibility for tax obligations and GST registration requirements (mandatory if annual turnover exceeds SGD 1 million).
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Covers data protection, confidentiality requirements, and specifications for personal data collection, usage, and disclosure.
Contract Law (Chapter 53): Ensures compliance with fundamental contract formation requirements including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations.
Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Addresses provisions regarding limitation of liability and ensures enforceability of contract terms.
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Governs non-compete and restrictive covenant provisions, ensuring they are reasonable and enforceable.
Intellectual Property Laws: Encompasses Copyright Act and Patents Act, requiring clear provisions about IP ownership and rights.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Clarifies contractor's responsibility for their own insurance coverage and specifies any insurance requirements.
Skills Development Levy Act: Clarifies that Skills Development Levy is not applicable as this is not an employment relationship.
