SINGAPORE: A maid agency was recently ordered to compensate a customer after falsely claiming that a domestic helper could speak Mandarin – a case that has put the spotlight on Singapore’s Small Claims Tribunals (SCT).
For consumers and businesses locked in disputes over money, going to court can be costly and intimidating. The SCT offers a faster, lower-cost alternative to resolve certain disputes – without the need for a lawyer.
What kinds of cases qualify, how much can you claim, and what happens after you file? Here’s what you need to know.
What are the Small Claims Tribunals?
Part of the State Courts, the SCT specialises in resolving low-value disputes.
It typically deals with cases involving goods or services or residential tenancy agreements. Claims must be filed within two years after the date that creates one’s “cause of action”, according to the Singapore Courts (SG Courts) website.
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