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High Courts Cannot Quash Cheque Bounce Cases by Conducting a Pre-Trial Enquiry Under Section 482 CrPC: Supreme Court
Introduction The Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment on December 19, 2024, reaffirming the jurisdictional boundaries of High Courts when dealing with petitions
Arbitration Proceedings and Section 138 NI Act: Comprehensive Guide to Simultaneous Proceedings and Injunctive Relief
A detailed analysis of the intersection between arbitration proceedings and cheque bounce cases under the Negotiable Instruments Act, including recent Supreme Court developments an
Supreme Court Clarifies Partner Liability Under Section 138 NI Act: Firm Need Not Be Arraigned
Introduction The Supreme Court of India, in a landmark judgment delivered on July 14, 2025, in Dhanasingh Prabhu v. Chandrasekar & Another, clarified the scope of partner liabi
Vicarious Liability in Cheque Bounce Cases: A Comprehensive Legal Analysis
How the courts have interpreted the liability of directors, partners and other persons for dishonoured cheques Introduction The phenomenon of cheque dishonour has emerged as one of
Supreme Court’s Stand on Cheque Bounce Cases Involving Time-Barred Debts
Executive Summary The Supreme Court of India has established a definitive legal framework regarding cheque bounce cases involving time-barred debts through landmark judgment in K.
NI Act and IBC Conflict: A Comprehensive Legal Analysis of Dishonoured Cheque Proceedings Against Corporates Under Moratorium
Introduction The intersection of criminal law and insolvency proceedings presents complex legal challenges, particularly when examining the relationship between proceedings under t
Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act: Legal Framework
Introduction The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 stands as one of the cornerstone legislations governing commercial transactions in India. Within this comprehensive framework, Sec
Stopped Payment of Cheque: Liability Under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
Abstract The phenomenon of stopped payment of cheques has emerged as a significant concern in commercial transactions, particularly where unscrupulous drawers attempt to evade thei
