Marital Cruelty Law Applies to Live-In Relationships; ‘Husband’ Under 498A Includes Partners With Marital Attributes: Karnataka High Court

The Karnataka High Court ruled that the law against marital cruelty also applies to live-in relationships. It clarified that the term ‘husband’ under Section 498A of the IPC includes partners in relationships with marital traits.

Son from Void Marriage Entitled to 5/6th Share in Father’s Estate: Andhra Pradesh High Court Ends 30-Year Property Dispute

The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that a son from a void marriage is entitled to a 5/6th share in his father’s estate, ending a 30-year property dispute.

Second Wife Entitled to Job on Compassionate Grounds If Named as Nominee: Punjab & Haryana High Court

The Punjab & Haryana High Court ruled that a second wife is eligible for compassionate appointment if nominated by her deceased husband in service records and is fully dependent on him, despite his first marriage not being legally dissolved. This decision emphasizes the significance of dependence and nomination over legal marital status complications.

“Marriage” Between Minors Declared “Void”: Allahbad High Court 

In a 47-page judgment, the court determined that the suit was filed within the limitation period and that only the appellant husband had the right to file it. The high court noted that the family court had erred in dismissing the case. Allahabad: In allowing an appeal against a family court decision, the Allahabad High […]

Property Rights Can’t Be Denied To Children From Void Marriage: Supreme Court

Supreme Court Affirms Rights of Children from Void Marriages to Inherit Ancestral Property In a landmark judgment on Friday, January 19, the Supreme Court of India has upheld the rights of children born from void and voidable marriages to inherit their parents’ property. This significant ruling, emphasizes the legal status of such children as legitimate […]