Monthly Archives: August 2026
Can You Claim Compensation if the Driver Was Your Own Family Member? – Understanding the Law in India
Road accidents can cause serious injuries and financial losses. A common question is whether compensation can be claimed when the driver responsible is a family member. Under Indian law, the answer is generally yes, depending on negligence, insurance coverage, and the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.Legal FrameworkMotor accident compensation is governed primarily by the Motor Vehicles Act,...
Want a Mutual Divorce but Your Partner Refuses? Here’s What You Can Do
What happens if my spouse refuses mutual consent divorce?If your spouse refuses to continue with a mutual divorce, the court cannot grant a decree under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Mutual consent divorce is based entirely on the free and continuing agreement of both spouses. Even if both parties initially filed a joint petition, either spouse...
My Spouse Has Been Imprisoned for a Long Period: What Effect Does Prolonged Imprisonment Have on Marital Rights and Available Legal Remedies?
The institution of marriage entails the creation of certain rights and duties among the spouses, such as cohabitation, companionship, emotional support, and the bearing of financial obligations. In a situation where one spouse becomes involved in a long term imprisonment, these rights might be difficult to enjoy due to the restrictions resulting from that situation. Although long term imprisonment...
My Airbags Failed During the Accident — Can I Sue the Manufacturer Too?
You leave a crash with injuries that should not have occurred—not because the collision was unavoidable, but because the one safety element designed to protect you simply did not deploy. Your airbags have failed. The natural question is not who caused the accident, but who is responsible for your preventable injuries. In India, the answer could well be the...
Assets and Properties sealed after an income Tax raid?- Here’s what the Law says?
As per Section-132 of Income Tax Act, 1961, an Income Tax raid is referred to as a “search and seize operation”. Raids take place when there is suspicion regarding books of accounts or any valuable documents regarding the tax proceedings and suspicion occurs when a person doesn’t respond to the notices of the Income Tax Department.What is an Income...
I Found Out My Tenant Stopped Paying Rent Because He Knows I Can’t Come Back Soon — What Are My Rights?
Mr. Arjun Sharma owned a residential apartment which he leased to Mr. Rakesh Verma under a written tenancy agreement for a period of eleven months. The agreement required the tenant to pay monthly rent on or before the fifth day of every month and prohibited subletting or unauthorized occupation of the premises. A few months after entering into the...
The Vanishing Director: Managing Co-Founder Fraud, Asset Dissipation, and Emergency Corporate Remedies under Indian Law.
TechNova Digital Solutions Private Limited (“TechNova”) is a high-growth fintech startup incorporated in January 2024 under the provisions of the Indian Companies Act, 2013. Headquartered in the technology hub of Bengaluru, Karnataka, the company specialized in developing decentralized payment gateways. The company was founded by two equal shareholders, Rohan Sharma and Vinay Gupta, each holding 50% of the equity...
Can You Be Arrested Because Someone Used Your Phone During a Crime?
What if you woke up one morning to find the cops at your door because someone had used your cell phone and had been involved in illegal activity? This is an alarming – but much more common situation in India than people think. As mobile phones become an integral part of our lives, they can also become important evidence...
The Duty to Disclose: Can Your Spouse Hide Income and Assets During Maintenance Proceedings?
Maintenance proceedings whether interim or permanent stand at the intersection of family law, procedural fairness, and financial justice. When a marriage breaks down, one of the most contentious battlegrounds is money. How much does the earning spouse make? What assets exist? Are there hidden investments, undisclosed businesses, or offshore accounts? These are not merely strategic questions they go to the...
Builder Altered Project Layout After Booking – Homebuyer’s Right to Compensation and Cancellation
Mr. Arjun Sharma, a software engineer residing in Pune, booked a 3 BHK apartment in a residential project named “Green Valley Residency” being developed by XYZ Builders in 2024. The builder advertised the project as a premium residential complex with landscaped gardens, a clubhouse, children’s play area, and ample open spaces. Based on these representations, Arjun paid ₹25 lakh...
