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Can I File a Cheque Bounce Case if the Amount Is Less Than ₹1,000?

  Can I File a Cheque Bounce Case if the Amount Is Less Than ₹1,000?” πŸ’ΈπŸ§ΎπŸ§‘‍⚖️ #ChequeBounceCaseIndia #NIAct138 #ChequeLawIndia #LegalNoticeChequeBounce #LexisAndCompany #SmallAmountRecoveryIndia Here’s a quirky but legit question that comes our way often: πŸ‘‰ “Sir, the bounced cheque is just ₹950… Can I still file a case or should I just forget it?” πŸ˜… Forget? Never! Sue smartly! Even if it’s ₹950, a cheque bounce is still a punishable offence under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 . πŸ“‰πŸ“¬ #ChequeBounceLaw #NegotiableInstrumentsAct #Section138NIAct #ChequeOffenceIndia 🧠 What's the Law Say? There’s no minimum amount limit mentioned in the NI Act. As long as: ✅ The cheque was issued to discharge a legal debt or liability ✅ It was returned due to insufficient funds or stop payment ✅ You sent a legal notice within 30 days ✅ The drawer failed to pay within 15 days of notice 🚨 You can take the offender to court. Even if it's for ₹950. Respect the p...
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Can I Sue a Brand for False Advertising in India?

  Can I Sue a Brand for False Advertising in India? πŸ“ΊπŸ“’ | “Bought the Dream, Got the Dud?” A frustrated buyer asks: “The product didn’t work like the ad said! Can I sue the company for false advertising?” 😠#FalseAdvertisingIndia #ConsumerRights #MisleadingAds #ConsumerProtectionAct ✅ Short Answer: YES! Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 , you can file a complaint if an ad was misleading, exaggerated, or completely false . Whether it’s a shampoo promising instant hair regrowth or a fitness belt claiming six-pack abs in 6 days — justice is just a complaint away! πŸ’ͺπŸ˜‚ ⚖️#CPA2019 #ConsumerCourtIndia #BrandAccountability #AdTruthMatters Here's How You Can Fight Back: πŸ”Ή File a complaint before the Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission πŸ”Ή Lodge a grievance with the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) πŸ”Ή Keep proof: screenshots, receipts, packaging, and the ad itself 🧾#LegalRemediesIndia #ConsumerComplaints #MisleadingMarketing Common Offenders in False Ads: ...

Can I Rent Out My Property Without a Registered Rent Agreement?

  Can I Rent Out My Property Without a Registered Rent Agreement?” πŸ€πŸ“ƒπŸ˜¬ #RentAgreementIndia #UnregisteredLeaseRisk #PropertyLawIndia #TenantDisputesIndia #LexisAndCompany #RentalLawIndia Here’s a spicy one from landlords and tenants alike: πŸ‘‰ “Sir, can I just rent my flat without registering the rent agreement? It saves cost and time, right?” πŸ›‘ Technically, yes. But also… you’re walking a legal tightrope! πŸŽͺ⚖️ #UnregisteredRentDeal #RentalLawIndia #LeaseAgreementIssues #TenantLandlordLaw 🧠 Legal Truth Bomb: Under Section 17 of the Indian Registration Act, 1908 , πŸ”Ή Rent agreements for more than 11 months MUST be registered. πŸ”Ή Even under 11 months, unregistered documents offer limited legal protection. If things go south (think: non-payment, damage, illegal stay), an unregistered agreement may not hold up well in court. πŸ˜¬πŸ›‹️ #RentalAgreementProblems #RealEstateLawIndia #LegalProofRent πŸ“Œ Why People Avoid Registration: ✅ Save stamp duty & registration fees ✅...