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Husband Convicted Under 498A & 304B Barred From Inheriting Wife’s Estate Despite Silence In Indian Succession Act: Kerala HC Invokes ‘Slayer Rule’
Latest News Feb 23, 2026 0

Husband Convicted Under 498A & 304B Barred From Inheriting Wife’s Estate Despite Silence In Indian Succession Act: Kerala HC Invokes ‘Slayer Rule’

Can a man convicted of dowry death still claim his wife’s property because the statute is silent? The Kerala High Court answers by applying justice beyond legislative silence, raising deeper questions about inheritance law and judicial discretion. Husband Convicted Under 498A & 304B: Justice Easwaran S. of the Kerala High Court delivered a ruling on…

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Repeated Court Absence and Non-Payment of Maintenance Held as Mental Cruelty: Rajasthan High Court Grants Divorce to Wife After Husband Abandoned Proceedings
Latest News Feb 23, 2026 0

Repeated Court Absence and Non-Payment of Maintenance Held as Mental Cruelty: Rajasthan High Court Grants Divorce to Wife After Husband Abandoned Proceedings

The Rajasthan High Court granted divorce to the wife, holding that the husband’s repeated court absence and failure to pay maintenance amounted to mental cruelty. Does treating procedural default as cruelty overlook the real hardships men face with multiple cases, financial strain, and legal burdens? JODHPUR: The Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur, in a ruling…

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How to Rebuild Life After False Cases in India: Legal Remedies, Real Stories and Practical Steps For Innocent Men After Acquittal
Articles Feb 20, 2026 0

How to Rebuild Life After False Cases in India: Legal Remedies, Real Stories and Practical Steps For Innocent Men After Acquittal

A false criminal case can destroy your reputation, career and mental peace even before the court gives its final decision. This detailed legal guide explains how to rebuild your life step by step after acquittal, based on real laws and real courtroom experience. How to Rebuild Life After False Cases: Facing a false legal case […]

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