Can a widow claim maintenance from her in-laws?
Assisting someone who is unable to take care of and support themselves is the essence of maintenance. Most Indian women…
Things to know before filing a partition suit in India
A partition suit is a proceeding instituted by either of the parties when a property dispute arises in the family.…
Recording phone conversations without knowledge is a breach of the right to privacy (Aasha Lata Soni v. Durgesh Soni (CRMP No. 2112 of 2022))
The Chhattisgarh High Court has firmly argued in a landmark judgment that recording phone calls without the parties' knowledge or…
Environmental laws and the role of the judiciary
CRIMINAL LAW The common law definition of "nuisance" provides a basis for judicial action against environmental violations. The Indian Penal…
INDIA’S CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISIONS -ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
HISTORY The first significant worldwide attempt to preserve and safeguard the human environment was the Stockholm Declaration of 1972. This…
How to draft an application for a grant of temporary injunction
Temporary Injunction is one of the most common remedies provided to prevent mischief from being committed, by a party to…
Under the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988, married daughters and parents are eligible to receive compensation.
The United India Insurance Co. Ltd. vs. Shalumol, 2021 MACA No. 1768 of 2021 Introduction The Motor Vehicle Act of…
Legal Announcements for Compensation Pursuant to Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (Section 166)
Motor accidents happen a lot and result in significant loss of life and property damage. The Motor Vehicles Act 1988…
Navigating Motor Vehicle Claims: A Guide to the Claim and Case Procedure
Introduction Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal (MACT) is a specialised court that handles cases resulting from automotive accidents in which victims…
Legal Frameworks and Preventative Steps for Insurance Claims Fraud
Introduction Fraud involving insurance claims is a severe problem that impacts the insurance sector and all of its stakeholders. It…