Key Enactments in Civil Law

Civil law is built upon a foundation of several important acts. Here are some of the key enactments we navigate:

The General Procedure of a Civil Suit

While specific steps can vary, most civil suits follow this fundamental procedure, which we will navigate on your behalf.

Property & Partition Suits

Protecting Your Rights to Your Property

Disputes over property are one of the most common forms of civil litigation. These cases require meticulous handling of land records, agreements, and title deeds to establish clear ownership and rights.

Our Expertise in Property Law

We provide expert representation in a wide range of property-related suits, including:

• Partition Suits: For the fair division of joint family or co-owned property among its rightful owners.
• Declaration of Title: Suits filed to establish and declare your legal ownership of a property against any challenges.
• Landlord-Tenant Disputes: Representing both landlords and tenants in matters of rent arrears, eviction, and lease agreement violations.
• Boundary & Encroachment: Resolving disputes with neighbours regarding property lines and illegal construction or occupation.
• Suits for Possession: Legal action to recover possession of your property from someone occupying it illegally.

Contract & Business Disputes

Enforcing Your Agreements

Contract law forms the basis of all business transactions. When one party fails to uphold their end of an agreement, it can cause significant financial and operational damage. We provide robust representation to enforce your contractual rights.

Money Recovery Suits

Recovering Your Dues

We provide efficient and effective legal solutions for the recovery of money owed to you. These suits can be for unpaid loans, services rendered, goods supplied, or any other outstanding debt.

Injunctions & Stay Orders

Urgent Protection of Your Rights

An injunction is a powerful and urgent court order that compels a party to either do or refrain from doing a specific act. It is used to protect your rights or prevent imminent harm.

Torts & Damages Claims

Compensation for Civil Wrongs

A "tort" is a civil wrong that causes harm or loss to a person, leading to legal liability for the person who commits the act. The most common remedy for a tort is an award of "damages" (monetary compensation).

Our Expertise in Tort Law

We represent clients in a variety of claims seeking compensation for harm, including:

• Negligence: Seeking damages for harm caused by someone's failure to exercise reasonable care (e.g., professional negligence, medical malpractice).
• Defamation (Libel & Slander): Suits for damages caused by false statements that harm your reputation.
• Personal Injury: Claims for compensation arising from accidents caused by another's negligence.
• Nuisance: Actions against individuals for unlawfully interfering with your use or enjoyment of your property.

The procedure in these cases involves proving the wrongful act, the fault (intent or negligence) of the defendant, and a direct link between that act and the damages you suffered.

Appeals & Revisions

Challenging Civil Court Orders

If a civil court passes a judgment, decree, or order and you are not satisfied, you may have the right to challenge it in a higher court. This is a critical check on the justice system, and our firm is experienced in navigating this complex appellate process.

Challenging a Lower Court's Decision

This is a complex legal stage where it is necessary to prove the lower court's errors, such as:

• Appeal:** A challenge to the decision on both facts and points of law. We meticulously review the entire trial record to build a strong case.
• Revision:** A challenge based on a jurisdictional error, such as the court overstepping its authority or failing to exercise jurisdiction it had.
• Errors in Law: The court misinterpreted or misapplied the law.
• Non-appreciation of Facts or Evidence: The court ignored or undervalued critical evidence you presented.