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Company Law Disputes — A Practical Guide for SMEs in Kerala

Introduction Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of Kerala’s economy. Many of these businesses are closely held, family-managed, or

The Role of Written Legal Opinions in Corporate Decision-Making

Introduction In corporate governance, decisions are rarely judged by their intent alone. They are tested later—by regulators, auditors, shareholders, courts, and

When Common Words Cannot Be Monopolised: Understanding ‘Publici Juris’ Through the “VAPO / VAPOR” Trademark Dispute

In trademark law, exclusivity is not absolute. Courts have consistently held that no trader can monopolise words that have entered the

Director & Shareholder Disputes: When Is NCLT the Right Forum? (A Practical Advisory Note under the Companies Act, 2013)

Disputes between directors and shareholders are among the most sensitive and complex issues in corporate governance. These disputes often involve control

Can a Company Be Declared Void After Incorporation? – Legal Consequences Explained

Introduction A common question raised by promoters, directors, and even professionals is:“Once a company is incorporated and a Certificate of Incorporation

Civil Court vs NCLT: How Wrong Forum Selection Can Defeat Corporate Claims

One of the most common—and most damaging—mistakes in corporate disputes is wrong forum selection. Under the Companies Act, 2013, several matters

Common Legal Mistakes During Company Incorporation under the Companies Act, 2013

Introduction While incorporation of a company under the Companies Act, 2013 appears to be a technology-driven, form-based process, Indian courts and

Inspection, Inquiry and Investigation under the Companies Act, 2013 – A Practical Overview (An Advisory Note for Directors, Professionals and Companies)

The Companies Act, 2013 has significantly strengthened the regulatory and enforcement framework governing corporate entities in India. One of the most

Received a Notice from the Registrar of Companies in Kerala? What Company Directors Should Do First ? – A Practical Advisory Note for Directors and Professionals in Kochi & Kerala.

Receiving a notice from the Registrar of Companies (ROC), Kochi, is a matter that requires immediate but carefully considered action by

Section 14 of the Limitation Act, 1963: Exclusion of Time in Bona Fide Proceedings — A Justice-Oriented Interpretation by the Kerala High Court

Introduction Limitation law, though procedural in nature, often determines substantive rights. Courts are frequently confronted with a delicate balance between strict

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