Abuse of Process
11 cases · March 2025 to February 2026
Overview
Abuse of Process appeared in 10 reported decisions between March 2025 and February 2026, heard across the High Court Registrar (4 cases), High Court (General Division) (3 cases), Court of Appeal (2 cases), and Singapore International Commercial Court (2 cases). The Henderson v Henderson doctrine was the most frequently invoked principle with 5 cases. Collateral purpose and the Riddick principle each appeared in 2 cases.
Judges Belinda Ang Saw Ean and Tan Siong Thye each decided 2 abuse of process cases. Allen & Gledhill LLP appeared in 2 cases. Judge Judith Prakash, Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon, and Judge Steven Chong each heard 1 case.
Data coverage: between March 2025 and February 2026
Key Issues & Sub-Topics
Court Distribution
What is the Henderson v Henderson doctrine in Singapore courts?
The Henderson v Henderson doctrine appeared in 5 of 10 abuse of process cases between March 2025 and February 2026, making it the most frequently invoked principle in abuse of process disputes. Collateral purpose (2 cases) and the Riddick principle (2 cases) also featured.
Which courts handle abuse of process cases in Singapore?
Among 10 abuse of process cases between March 2025 and February 2026, the High Court Registrar heard 4 cases, the High Court (General Division) heard 3 cases, the Court of Appeal decided 2 cases, and the Singapore International Commercial Court heard 2 cases.