Labour Law

The Delhi High Court’s recent decision in Wipro Case represents a significant evolution in employment law, establishing that contractual termination validity and tort liability for defamatory statements are distinct legal issues. judgment emphasizes the critical importance of evidence-based...

While staff need to understand and implement good data protection practices, it is the responsibility of the Data Fiduciary to ensure that they do so and have the means, including, where appropriate, devices such as shredders, & deliver the required standard of protection.

Indian employers at present to continue to comply with the SPDI regime while preparing for a transition to the DPDP framework. By implementing clear internal policies, ensuring lawful processing, enabling employee rights, and building strong governance systems, employers can foster a culture of...

The preponderance of Probability is an interesting legal principle that all top management personnel and the legal and HR Fraternity must understand. Although, the principle is strongly applicable in civil and taxation cases. The author has focused on labour jurisprudence and its implications in...

An employee who has separated from the establishment after completing continuous service of 4 years with an additional 240 days in the 5th year will be entitled to gratuity. The deeming provision can be made applicable even though the employee has not had continuous service for one year. It is...

A recent judgment of the Madras High Court has emphasised on a nuanced approach to fairness, appreciation of evidence, and procedural justice in sexual harassment inquiries.

The changes under the Code on Wages, 2019, mark a notable evolution in India's labour legislation, aiming to address long-standing gaps and extend protections to a broader segment of the workforce. By removing wage ceilings, broadening the definition of employees, and introducing gender-neutral...

240 Days is a weapon in the hands of any worker which safeguards them from termination. The author clarifies that the impact of it has to understood in right perspective.

Compensatory off is a critical aspect of labour law aimed at safeguarding workers' health and well-being. Employers must adhere to the legal framework, ensuring workers receive adequate rest and recovery time.

Estoppel is a legal principle that prevents someone from arguing or asserting a right that contradicts what they previously agreed to or said. Put, estoppel prevents one person from contradicting an action or statement from the past. Estoppel ensures that a person stays true to their word and does...