Domestic Violence and the Workplace: Leave, Confidentiality, Safety Planning and Employer Support
Abstract Domestic violence is often regarded as a private family matter, but its effects frequently extend into the workplace. Survivors may experience physical injuries, psychological distress, financial dependence, absenteeism, stalking, threats and interference with their employment. Since employment can provide the financial independence necessary to leave an abusive relationship, workplace support is particularly important. […]
Can a Domestic Violence Case Be Filed After Separation? Continuing Effects, Delay and Limitation Questions
Abstract The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDVA) was enacted to provide effective protection and civil remedies to women facing violence within domestic relationships. A recurring legal question is whether a woman can seek relief after she has separated from the respondent, particularly when considerable time has passed since the alleged acts […]
How Child Custody Is Decided in India: The Best- Interests Principle Explained
Keywords Child Custody India, Best Interest of the Child, Guardians and Wards Act 1890,Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act 1956, Natural Guardian, Welfare Principle, Muslim Personal Law Custody, Family Courts Act 1984, Landmark Custody Judgments, Interim Custody, Visitation Rights, Cross-Border Custody Disputes. Abstract Child custody disputes in India arise at the intersection of religion-based personal laws […]
Visitation Rights After Separation: Schedules, Supervised Meetings and Video Contact
Visitation Rights After Separation: Schedules, Supervised Meetings and Video Contact By Shashi Ranjan LLB 2nd Year Student, University of Allahabad Intern, Adv. Omkar Pardeshi and Associates Abstract When parents separate, the child’s need for continuing relationships with both parents does not disappear. Indian courts treat the welfare of the child as the paramount consideration and […]
Maintenance & Alimony After Divorce in India – Complete Legal Guide for Wife & Husband (2026)
One of the most common questions asked after separation or divorce is: “Who gets maintenance after divorce?” “How is alimony calculated?” “Can a working wife claim maintenance?” “Can a husband claim maintenance?” “Who pays for the child’s expenses after divorce?” These questions often create confusion because the answer depends on the facts of each case, the […]
The Ghost in the Machine: Navigating the Lacuna of Digital Asset Inheritance under Indian Succession Law.
The Ghost in the Machine: Navigating the Lacuna of Digital Asset Inheritance under Indian Succession Law Apurva Tyagi INTRODUCTION: In today’s digital world estate’s traditional concept is completely changed. Nowadays, people don’t just leave behind land, property, or gold; they also leave a massive financial and […]
Recognition of Cross-Border Marriages and Divorces: The Public Policy Exception in Private International Law
Recognition of Cross-Border Marriages and Divorces: The Public Policy Exception in Private International Law Abstract The increasing movement of people across national borders has resulted in a growing number of cross-border marriages and international matrimonial disputes. As a result, courts are often required to determine whether a marriage or divorce granted in a foreign country […]
Stridhan Beyond Legal Recognition: Bridging the Gap Between Women’s Proprietary Rights and Practical Enforcement under Indian Family Law
Stridhan Beyond Legal Recognition: Bridging the Gap Between Women’s Proprietary Rights and Practical Enforcement under Indian Family Law you should rely on primary sources, reputed legal databases, and scholarly blogs rather than general websites. Abstract Stridhan occupies a unique position within Indian family law as a woman’s absolute and exclusive property, symbolising not merely material […]
Cross-Border Succession and Inheritance: Determining the Applicable Law for Immovable and Digital Assets in an Evolving Global Legal Order
Cross-Border Succession and Inheritance: Determining the Applicable Law for Immovable and Digital Assets in an Evolving Global Legal Order Author Uchit Kesarwani Law Intern, Law Vaani Abstract The recent increasing flow of people, capital, investments and digital assets across territorial boundaries has thus revolutionised succession law. One might not only have immovable […]
The Rights of Children in Migration Detention: Necessity, Family Unity and Alternatives under International Law
The Rights of Children in Migration Detention:Necessity, Family Unity and Alternatives under International Law Abstract Immigration detention of children remains one of the mostcritical human rights challenges of the modern era. Althoughstate sovereignty traditionally accords nations broad discretionover border control and immigration enforcement, the detention of migrant children—whether unaccompanied or alongside their families—raises severe conflicts […]