Receiving a summons from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) can be stressful and confusing for individuals, business owners, and company directors. However, understanding your legal rights and obligations can help you respond effectively and avoid serious consequences. This guide explains what ...
What should you do if you suddenly discover that a criminal case or FIR has been filed against you based on false allegations? Unfortunately, misuse of criminal law to settle personal disputes, business conflicts, or property disagreements is not uncommon ...
Why Legal Due Diligence Is Critical In India, when you acquire a business or startup — whether through share purchase, asset purchase, merger, or strategic investment — you may also inherit: Undisclosed tax liabilities Pending litigation Regulatory non-compliance Hidden shareholder ...
Receiving a summons from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) can be intimidating. For many individuals—business owners, directors, promoters, professionals, or even family members—an ED summons creates panic, confusion, and fear of arrest. ...
๐ Can a Minor Enter Into a Contract? โ Absolutely Not.As per Section 11 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, a person must be of the age of majority (i.e., 18 years or 21 in certain guardianship cases) to enter ...
YES! ๐ซ ๐๐ง๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ฑ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฌ๐๐ฌ — like proven misconduct, criminal activity, or if the employment contract specifically permits termination without notice. ๐งพ ๐๐ง๐๐๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ญ๐๐ฌ ๐๐๐ญ, 1947, and state-specific Shops & Establishment Acts, arbitrary dismissal can invite legal ...
๐พ No — NRIs are not allowed to purchase agricultural land, plantation property, or farmhouses in India, as per RBI guidelines. However, they can inherit or receive such land as a gift from a resident Indian. ๐ Important: Violating this ...
The Supreme Court on Friday (September 1) pronounced a judgment recognizing the rights of children born out of invalid marriages in their parents’ share in Hindu joint family property. The Court held that children born out of void/voidable marriages are ...
The ๐๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ซ๐๐ฆ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ญ of India has recently delivered a judgment of far-reaching significance in the context of corruption prosecutions involving Central Government employees. Although the matter was argued on behalf of the petitioner and the decision ultimately went against us, ...
As global business transactions increase, so do the risks of cross-border disputes. When parties from different countries find themselves in conflict, traditional litigation can be slow, costly, and fraught with jurisdictional complexities. This is where Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)—specifically, international ...
Ahead of the festive season, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said that it would not interfere with a decision of a state government if it decides to impose a complete ban on firecrackers, including green crackers, to check pollution level ...
It was the dawn of the Digital Revolution in the latter half of 20th century that started to reshape the world. But with the advent of AI, data protection, and cybersecurity have become paramount concerns for individuals, businesses, and governments ...
Navigating legal compliance is crucial for startups to establish a strong foundation and ensure sustainable growth. In India, understanding and adhering to applicable laws can be complex but essential. Here’s a concise guide to help startups stay compliant: 1. Incorporation ...