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Father bought 5-bigha land in elder brother’s name, other brothers claimed it was joint family land; M.P. High Court rules in elder brother’s favour, here's why

Father bought 5-bigha land in elder brother’s name; other brothers objected, claiming joint family funds were used, but Madhya Pradesh HC upholds elder brother’s title. Know how elder won the land case.

The Economic Times · Oct 21

Neighbour claiming your property? Your sale deed’s boundary details could be crucial

In a significant legal clash in Bangalore, Mr. Thimmadasappa defended his land rights against K.M. Venkatamuniyappa's unfounded claim that he owned the land through a rectification deed. The Court decisively ruled that ownership cannot be established without valid documentation, reinforcing the notion that meticulous property records are essential to prevent…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Landlord wanted to start law office, sought tenant’s eviction; Delhi HC upheld it for this reason

Tenant ordered to evict as landlord wants to open a law office and proved his bona fide need in Delhi High Court. In this case the landlord's grandfather gave it on rent but his family members needed the property to open a law office as there were three lawyers in…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

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Will gives you property rights, but what next? Know these 7 steps to transfer ownership and secure possession

A Will plays a crucial role in outlining how assets will be allocated following an individual's death, which can lead to family disputes if disagreements arise about the testator's intentions. To facilitate property transfers, it is wise to gather important documents such as a no-objection affidavit and release deed. Keeping…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Is Will registration mandatory? No, but two witnesses are required by law

Registration of Will is optional but at least two attesting witness in Will is mandatory; Know what the law says. This article explains it all.

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Brother-in-law sold 26 bigha land using GPA for Rs 6.95 crore; didn't pay full share to sister-in-law; Delhi HC orders him to pay Rs 2.27 crore

Sister-in-law purchased 26 bighas of land in Najafgarh in 1985 and gave GPA to brother-in-law who in turn sold this land for Rs 6.95 crore in 2011; sister-in-law dies in 2012 without a Will; Delhi HC orders brother-in-law to pay Rs 2.27 crore to sister-in-law’s daughters.

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Neighbour tried to grab land using a rectification deed without owner’s consent: Here's why Supreme Court offered relief to owner

Neighbour tried to take land using rectification deed without informing owner; Supreme Court says rectification deed cannot change title of property which is covered by sale deed. Read below to know why Mr Thimmadasappa's son won the case in Supreme Court.

The Economic Times · Sep 2

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Joint property given on rent: Can co-owner of property evict tenants without consent of other co-owners? Know what the law says

One co-owner can evict tenants without others' formal consent. The Bombay High Court and Supreme Court have upheld this right. This principle allows a co-owner to act as an agent for others. However, objections from other co-owners can weaken the eviction case. Documenting consent and avoiding ownership changes during litigation…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

Landlord filed case to evict tenant but tenant bought 50% share from co-owner mid-dispute and filed partition of property case: HC gives no relief to landlord on eviction case

A tenant facing eviction for unauthorized construction and rent default became a co-owner mid-dispute. He purchased a 50% share of the property from a co-landlord. The Bombay High Court ruled that eviction proceedings cannot continue once a tenant acquires ownership rights. The court set aside the eviction case, restoring the…

The Economic Times · Jun 7

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