A hit-and-run accident occurs when a driver causes an accident and leaves the scene without stopping to offer help or report the incident. These cases are not only morally reprehensible but also legally punishable under Indian law. For victims, the situation can be incredibly traumatic—medically, emotionally, and financially. In India, hit-and-run incidents have risen over...Read More

The Supreme Court held that a plaint cannot be dismissed in its entirety merely because one of the reliefs sought is legally untenable, provided that other reliefs are maintainable and arise from independent causes of action.Read More

Have you received a traffic challan in Delhi and feel it’s unjustified?  You’re not alone. As traffic surveillance and automated systems become more common, many citizens are issued e-challans for violations they didn’t commitor weren’t even aware of. Challans can result from minor issues like unclear signage, license plate errors, or even mistaken identity. But...Read More

The Indore Bench of Madhya Pradesh High Court has held that change of counsel cannot be a ground to recall a witness.Read More

Are personal laws based on religion still relevant in a modern democracy? This question lies at the heart of the ongoing national debate surrounding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India. With Article 44 of the Indian Constitution calling for a UCC as part of the Directive Principles of State Policy, the topic has long...Read More

The bench comprising Justices PS Narasimha and Joymalya Bagchi was hearing an appeal arising from Tamil Nadu, where, by virtue of a State amendment to the Registration Act, it is mandatory to register an agreement to sell.Read More

Online fraud is one of the fastest-growing forms of crime in India  but do you know what to do if it happens to you? From fake job offers, phishing emails, and investment scams to UPI fraud and identity theft, cybercriminals use technology to trick individuals and businesses into giving up money, personal information, or access...Read More

Cybercrime is no longer a concern only for large tech companies every business, whether a startup, SME, or multinational, faces risks in the digital space. From data breaches and phishing scams to ransomware and digital fraud, cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated and frequent. In India, the law provides a clear framework to handle such...Read More

In Feb 2024 a bench of Justices Dipankar Dutta, K.V. Viswanathan, and Sandeep Mehta referred to the larger bench the question of whether the courts have the power to modify the arbitral award under Sections 34 or 37 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.Read More

Due to death of a patient The NCDRC imposed a total compensation of ₹20 lakhs (₹15 lakhs on the hospital and ₹5 lakhs on the doctor), leading to an appeal before the Supreme Court by the Hospital. Affirming the NCDRC's findings, the bench comprising Justices BR Gavai and AG Masih held in favour of the claimants,Read More