Civil Law
Know your rights: plain-English guides to civil-law matters that Indian citizens face every day.
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How to register a will in India
How to register a will in India: why it helps, validity rules, documents, fee, witnesses, depositing a sealed will, probate and common mistakes.
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RERA complaint: how to file against a builder
RERA complaint explained: when you can file against a builder, refund and delay interest under section 18, compensation, online filing, fees, timelines and appeals.
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Succession certificate: how to apply in India
Succession certificate explained: when you need one for bank deposits and shares, when a nominee is enough, which court, court fee and the step-by-step…
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Security deposit not returned? What tenants can do
Security deposit not returned by your landlord? What can be deducted, how to protect your deposit, how to send a legal notice and where…
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Rent agreement registration and stamp duty: a complete guide
When is rent agreement registration compulsory? The 11-month rule, how stamp duty is worked out, Maharashtra’s leave and licence rules and the step-by-step process,…
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How to file a consumer complaint online on e-Jagriti
File a consumer complaint online on e-Jagriti: who can file, which commission, fees (nil up to ₹5 lakh), documents, step-by-step filing, timelines and appeals.
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Cheque bounce case: the complete process
Cheque bounce case in India explained step by step: 30-day notice, 15 days to pay, filing the complaint, trial, interim compensation and the 2025…
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How to send a legal notice in India
How to send a legal notice in India: when it is compulsory, what to write, how many days to give, and how to send…