776 Punjab and Haryana High Court judgments explained in plain English: what was decided, the law applied and why it matters. Page 32 of 33.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that Section 138 NI Act offences can be compounded even after conviction, provided genuine compromise exists and public interest is not compromised.
Punjab and Haryana High Court clarifies that filial consortium compensation for deceased minors must account for emotional loss, not just economic contribution, setting new benchmarks for award calculation.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that Section 151 CPC cannot be invoked to permit additional evidence at advanced stages without proving due diligence and clean hands.
Punjab and Haryana High Court rules that termination without show cause notice and hearing violates principles of natural justice, even for temporary positions.
Punjab and Haryana High Court clarifies factors for transferring matrimonial disputes, emphasizing welfare of children and financial capacity of parties.
Punjab & Haryana High Court holds that Section 163-A mandates full compensation without apportioning liability to unimpleaded vehicles, reinforcing no-fault liability under Motor Vehicles Act.
Punjab & Haryana High Court clarifies that amendments under Order 6 Rule 17 CPC should not cause irreparable prejudice, even at advanced stages of trial, subject to costs.
Punjab & Haryana High Court clarifies correct deduction ratios, multiplier application, and future prospects in motor accident compensation under MV Act, 1988.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that bail under UAPA cannot be granted merely due to prolonged pretrial custody; a prima facie case must be absent for relief.
Punjab & Haryana High Court rules that landowners in identical acquisition proceedings must receive equal compensation, applying the parity principle under Land Acquisition Act, 1894.
Punjab and Haryana High Court clarifies that Shop-cum-Flats in Chandigarh are non-residential buildings under the East Punjab Urban Rent Restriction Act, 1949, allowing eviction on bonafide grounds.
Punjab and Haryana High Court grants bail under NDPS Act despite prior conviction, emphasizing prolonged custody and speedy trial rights under Article 21.
Punjab & Haryana High Court holds that victims can appeal acquittals under Section 372 CrPC without High Court leave, overriding Section 378(4) requirements.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that Section 138 NI Act offences can be compounded post-conviction if parties settle and compensation is paid, reinforcing the compensatory intent of the law.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that transfer of CPF balances to EPF constitutes a supervening event mandating reassessment of employer liability under the EPF Act.
Punjab & Haryana High Court clarifies that complainants in Section 138 NI Act cases can appeal acquittals under Section 372 CrPC without special leave, simplifying procedural requirements.
Punjab and Haryana High Court rules that income assessment in motor accident claims must be based on last drawn salary, excluding mechanical deductions from prior employment. Key takeaways for insurance litigation.
Punjab & Haryana High Court clarifies that civil contempt under Section 2(b) of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 requires proof of willful and intentional disobedience, not mere delay in compliance.
Punjab and Haryana High Court dismisses contempt petition holding that no wilful disobedience occurred where order was never communicated to custodians of evidence.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that prior acquisition awards in the same revenue estate must be considered for market value determination under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC allow quashing of FIRs in non-compoundable offences upon verified compromise, reinforcing judicial discretion for social harmony.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that symbolic possession alone cannot establish title or justify overriding prior possession; benami claims and procedural irregularities warrant interim protection.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that valid execution of a Will under Section 63 of Indian Succession Act requires proof that attesting witnesses saw the testator sign in their presence.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that appellate courts cannot decide inter se liability between insurer, driver and owner when a prior remand order has specifically reserved it for the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal.