Supreme Court: Personal Presence of Parties in Domestic Violence Cases Not Mandatory Unless Protection Order Is Breached
The Supreme Court closed a case against the husband and his family under the DV Act and directed him to […]
What Safety Measures can I take Against Threats of False Cases Like Domestic Violence, 498a, etc.
Being proactive about protecting yourself against potential false cases of domestic violence, dowry harassment, or similar accusations involves both legal
Counter Cases Against Wife
In matrimonial litigation, filing counter cases from the boy’s side can be an essential strategy to protect his rights and
Domestic Violence Act Aims for Quick Relief, But Cases Still Drag On: Supreme Court
On Monday (November 4), the Supreme Court raised concerns about the slow progress of cases under the Protection of Women
Delhi High Court rejects husband’s request for wife’s gender test
The man claimed that his wife was a transgender person and that she could not file a domestic violence case
Bombay High Court Rules Out Implicating Husband’s Niece in Domestic Violence Case
A bench of Justice Bharati Dangre and Justice Manjusha Deshpande was hearing a petition filed by Pragati Kapoor, the niece
Senior Citizens Right to Peace Takes Precedence Over Daughter-In-Law’s Right to Reside in Shared Household Under DV Act in Cases of Severe Ill-Treatment
The Delhi High Court has ruled that a senior citizen’s right to peaceful living cannot be outweighed by a woman’s
Supreme Court: Section 498A IPC and Domestic Violence Laws Among the Most Misused
A Bench led by Justice BR Gavai made the observation while hearing a matrimonial dispute concerning maintenance. On Wednesday, the
Distinction Between Section 498A and Domestic Violence: Understanding the Legal Framework in India
In India, the legal system provides specific provisions to protect women from domestic abuse and cruelty within their households. Two
My wife has filed a domestic violence case against me, what shall I do?
Facing a domestic violence accusation is one of the most distressing situations anyone can encounter. The implications are far-reaching, affecting
Misuse of Section 85/498A by Women
Section 85/498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) was introduced in 1983 to address the rising instances of cruelty and
Domestic Violence in India: Laws in Place but Misuse Remains a Concern
India is often perceived as a patriarchal society, yet its laws are designed to protect the rights of women. One
SC directs Sessions Court to Complete trial in a month in Cricketer Mohammad Shami’s domestic violence Case
On Thursday, the Supreme Court ordered a sessions court in West Bengal to decide within one month on the domestic
Domestic Violence has to be proved or shown by the aggrieved party to get relief under the DV Act: Bombay High Court
Justice S.G. Mehare’s bench was handling a petition that disputed the ruling and directive of the Additional Sessions Judge. The