Delhi High Court Handwriting Comparison: Courts Must Follow Fair Procedure
The Delhi High Court handwriting comparison ruling emphasizes that courts must follow fair procedure and natural justice before comparing handwriting samples, reinforcing transparency in evidentiary processes.
Delhi High Court Written Statement Rule: Larger Bench to Decide Key Procedural Issue
Delhi High Court refers a key issue on whether written statements filed without affidavit within 120 days are invalid or curable defects.
Kerala High Court Advocate Fees: No Right to Stall Execution Proceedings
Kerala High Court holds advocates cannot stall execution proceedings for fee recovery and must use proper legal remedies for disputes.
Delhi High Court: Execution Petitions Cannot Be Blocked by Registry
The Delhi High Court has set aside a 2016 administrative order barring execution petitions below ₹2 crore, holding that litigants cannot be denied court access at the filing stage.
Court Fee Not Meant to Be a Penalty on Litigants: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court held that court fees are not meant to operate as a penalty on litigants and should not deter access to justice. Granting relief to RI Networks Pvt. Ltd., the Court ordered a refund of ₹8.7 lakh in court fees after its suit was rejected at the threshold without adjudication on merits and the litigant was relegated to the appropriate forum, TDSAT.