Justice Within Marriage Is Not Merely Symbolic but Materially Enforceable: Allahabad HC Slams Advocate-Husband, Imposes Rs.15 Lakh Cost for Economic Abuse

Allahabad High Court dismissed husband’s plea for early disposal of maintenance case, calling it vexatious. Vinod Diwakar imposed Rs 15 lakh costs citing concealment, economic abuse and financial hardship caused to wife.

Litigant Cannot Be Blackmailed for Fees: Kerala High Court Slaps 50K Cost on Lawyers for Stalling Case

The Kerala High Court imposed a Rs.50,000 cost on lawyers who stalled a case due to their client’s unpaid fees. The Court warned that a litigant cannot, under any circumstances, be pushed to a corner or blackmailed into paying an Advocate’s fee.

“Reckless and Baseless”: Allahabad High Court Imposes Rs.1 Lakh Cost on Accused for False Allegations Against Trial Judge

The Allahabad High Court dismissed a transfer plea and imposed Rs 1 lakh costs for reckless allegations against a Jhansi judge. Justice Samit Gopal also criticized an illegible handwritten trial court order, stating only the date and “N.B.W.” were readable.

Kerala High Court Slams State for Delayed Affidavit Submissions During Hearings

The Kerala High Court criticized the State government for submitting affidavits on the day of the hearing, despite being given ample time. Chief Justice Jamdar warned of financial penalties if this practice continues, emphasizing the importance of timely submissions to maintain efficiency in court proceedings. The court is addressing ongoing child welfare issues.