Investigations into a former Sumo Salad worker’s injury claim have found no evidence of cheating or fraud, police and the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said on 13 October 2026.
Police will take no further action against the worker after consulting the Attorney-General’s Chambers. MOM separately found no evidence of fraud in the compensation claim against EatGreen, which operates Sumo Salad.
The findings were announced in a joint statement reported by CNA.
Mothership reported that Sumo Salad’s late owner, Jane Lee, had alleged on Facebook in 2025 that the worker staged a fall shortly before her employment contract ended to make a false injury claim.
Insurer Will Process The Claim
The worker’s claim will now be admitted and processed by the designated insurer under the Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA).
The authorities said the insurer had already reimbursed EatGreen in June 2025 for medical expenses and medical leave wages incurred up to that point. It will continue covering eligible compensation benefits.
Company Warned Over Insurance Coverage
MOM also reviewed EatGreen’s insurance arrangements during its investigation.
Although the worker who filed the claim was insured, the company’s policy covered only two employees. Other employees who were required to be insured under WICA were not covered.
MOM issued EatGreen a stern warning over this lapse.
The authorities said WICA provides financial support for work-related injuries and occupational diseases, with compensation limits and procedures that also protect employers’ interests.
Both employers and employees can object before a claim is settled and present their cases before a final decision.
MOM said it would take action against false or misleading claims and attempts to bypass the framework.
