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Can Section 34 of the Trademark Act Protect Small Businesses? The 'Burger King' Case

Case Name: Anahita Irani v. Burger King (SLP(c) 6282/2025) Introduction: What happens when a small, family-run restaurant faces off...

Apr 45 min read

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When FIR Registration Requires Preliminary Inquiry Under CrPC and BNSS: Supreme Court Explains

Case Title : Imran Pratapgadhi v. State of Gujarat (2025) Context: A bench of Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan held that...

Apr 24 min read

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Public Authorities Must Respond to Section 80 CPC Notices to Avoid Legal Consequences: Supreme Court

Introduction The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that government authorities cannot ignore notices under Section 80 of the Code of Civil...

Apr 23 min read

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Approaching Police Under 154 is a Must Before FIR Under Section 156(3) CrPC

Lawttorney (formerly Law-Tech) is an advanced AI-powered tool designed specifically for legal professionals. Whether you're a seasoned lawye

Mar 284 min read

A legal-themed image featuring a judge’s gavel, a document labeled 'Section 138 NI Act,' and a dishonored cheque with a 'Bounced' stamp. The background includes a faint Supreme Court building, symbolizing judicial proceedings.

Section 138 NI Act Proceedings Cannot Continue Against Ex-Director Post Moratorium: Supreme Court

Introduction The Supreme Court of India has ruled that criminal proceedings under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (NI...

Mar 263 min read

A realistic digital painting of the Supreme Court of India, featuring its grand entrance, iconic dome, and the Indian flag waving atop, symbolizing justice and law.

Supreme Court Rules: When Law Requires a Specific Manner, It Must Be Followed Exactly – Emphasizing Strict Adherence to Legal Procedures.

Introduction The Supreme Court of India has once again reaffirmed the well-established principle of strict adherence to legal procedures,...

Mar 253 min read

A courtroom scene depicting a Motor Accident Claim Tribunal case. A judge delivers a verdict while a lawyer presents arguments, and an injured claimant in a wheelchair listens. A display screen in the background shows an accident scene involving a car and a motorcycle.

Motor Accident Claim Tribunal Cases: Supreme Court Calls for Timely Compensation to Avoid Financial Loss

Introduction The Supreme Court has ruled that any delay in releasing compensation in motor accident cases results in a financial loss to...

Mar 214 min read

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Supreme Court's View in Determining the Governing Law in Arbitration Agreements

Case Title: Disortho S.A.S. v. Meril Life Sciences Private Limited (2025) The Supreme Court has clarified the principles for determining...

Mar 194 min read

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Police can't serve accused notice via WhatsApp, or other electronic means: Supreme Court

Why in the News? Recently, a bench of Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice Rajesh Bindal held that police officers are not authorized to...

Mar 183 min read

An artistic depiction of Lokpal jurisdiction in India, showcasing a grand courthouse, a statue of justice holding scales, a gavel, and law books, with the Indian flag subtly present, symbolizing legal authority and accountability.

Can Lokpal Investigate High Court Judges? Understanding Its Jurisdiction and Limitations

Introduction On February 20, 2025, a special bench of Justices B.R. Gavai, Surya Kant, and A.S. Oka discussed a recent ruling by the...

Mar 183 min read

A judge's gavel, legal books, and documents on a wooden desk in a law office, symbolizing the legal aspects of Section 141 NI Act.

SC: Non-Executive Directors Not Liable for Cheque Dishonour (Section 141 NI Act) Without Direct Involvement

Case Overview: K. S. Mehta vs. M/s Morgan Securities and Credits Pvt. Ltd. (2025) The Supreme Court of India has reiterated that...

Mar 183 min read

An artistic depiction of trial transfer under Section 406 CrPC in India, featuring two courtrooms, a judge’s gavel, legal books, a map of India, and a central scale of justice representing fairness in legal proceedings.

Supreme Court Explains Key Factors for Transfer of Trial Under Section 406 CrPC

Case Name: M/S Shri Sendhuragro and Oil Industries Pranab Prakash v. Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. Case Number: T.P.(Crl.) No. 608/2024 and...

Mar 173 min read

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No Leasehold Rights Can Be Claimed Without Execution and Registration of Lease Deed

Legal Implications of Leasehold Rights The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that an agreement to lease does not grant leasehold rights unless...

Mar 134 min read

An image depicting the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, with a judge’s gavel, legal document, scales of justice, and a car accident scene symbolizing law and compensation.

Legal Representative Under Motor Vehicles Act Includes All Dependents of Deceased, Not Just Immediate Family: Supreme Court

Introduction The Supreme Court of India has ruled that the term "legal representative" under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, should be...

Mar 133 min read

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Once Executed, Always Binding: Sale Under Power of Attorney Remains Valid Despite Subsequent Cancellation

Supreme Court of India recently reaffirmed that a sale transaction executed under a valid Power of Attorney (PoA) remains legally binding

Mar 124 min read

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New Income Tax Bill 2025: A Threat to Digital Privacy?

New Income Tax Bill, 2025, introduced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, aims to revamp India's taxation system by simplifying

Mar 124 min read

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Sleep and Work-Life Balance: A Legal Perspective

Karnataka High Court recently overturned the suspension of a Kalyan Karnataka Road Transport constable who was penalized for sleeping duty.

Mar 103 min read

The Supreme Court of India with a judge’s gavel and legal documents representing First Information Reports (FIRs), emphasizing the concept of a second FIR in legal proceedings.

Supreme Court Ruling: When Is a Second FIR Allowed?

The Supreme Court recently laid down principles regarding the permissibility of registering a second First Information Report (FIR) for the

Feb 253 min read

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Mediation Cannot Be Forced, Must Be Based on Mutual Consent: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of India recently ruled that mediation cannot be imposed upon any party without their consent.

Feb 254 min read

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Permanent and Interim Maintenance Can Be Granted Even If Marriage Is Declared Void: Supreme Court

Supreme Court has ruled that permanent alimony and interim maintenance can be granted under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

Feb 243 min read

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Can Section 34 of the Trademark Act Protect Small Businesses? The 'Burger King' Case

When FIR Registration Requires Preliminary Inquiry Under CrPC and BNSS: Supreme Court Explains

Public Authorities Must Respond to Section 80 CPC Notices to Avoid Legal Consequences: Supreme Court

Approaching Police Under 154 is a Must Before FIR Under Section 156(3) CrPC

Section 138 NI Act Proceedings Cannot Continue Against Ex-Director Post Moratorium: Supreme Court

Supreme Court Rules: When Law Requires a Specific Manner, It Must Be Followed Exactly – Emphasizing Strict Adherence to Legal Procedures.

Motor Accident Claim Tribunal Cases: Supreme Court Calls for Timely Compensation to Avoid Financial Loss

Supreme Court's View in Determining the Governing Law in Arbitration Agreements

Police can't serve accused notice via WhatsApp, or other electronic means: Supreme Court

Can Lokpal Investigate High Court Judges? Understanding Its Jurisdiction and Limitations

SC: Non-Executive Directors Not Liable for Cheque Dishonour (Section 141 NI Act) Without Direct Involvement

Supreme Court Explains Key Factors for Transfer of Trial Under Section 406 CrPC

No Leasehold Rights Can Be Claimed Without Execution and Registration of Lease Deed

Legal Representative Under Motor Vehicles Act Includes All Dependents of Deceased, Not Just Immediate Family: Supreme Court

Once Executed, Always Binding: Sale Under Power of Attorney Remains Valid Despite Subsequent Cancellation

New Income Tax Bill 2025: A Threat to Digital Privacy?

Sleep and Work-Life Balance: A Legal Perspective

Supreme Court Ruling: When Is a Second FIR Allowed?

Mediation Cannot Be Forced, Must Be Based on Mutual Consent: Supreme Court

Permanent and Interim Maintenance Can Be Granted Even If Marriage Is Declared Void: Supreme Court

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