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Civil law governs non-criminal disputes involving individuals, organisations, and governments. At Zolvit, our expert civil law attorneys protect your rights in matters such as contract disputes, property litigation, family law issues, and torts. We offer tailored legal solutions designed to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring a smooth process from the initial consultation to case resolution.
Whether you're an individual or a business, Zolvit is here to provide reliable legal guidance. Our civil litigation lawyer services cover a wide range of issues, including personal injury claims, breach of contract, defamation, employment disputes, and debt collection. By promoting cooperation and preventing exploitation, civil law ensures fair treatment in private dealings and helps avoid confrontations. Our dedicated team is committed to resolving your civil legal issues quickly and efficiently, allowing you to focus on what matters most.
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Civil Law Branches
People's rights and duties are covered by civil law here are 6 branches of civil law are as follows:
Contract Law
Law of contracts regulates, enforces, and interprets contracts pertaining to the transfer of products, services, assets, or money. A party who suffers harm has access to remedies in addition to the rights and responsibilities that are contractually owed to them. A contract law also outlines how remedies can be pursued. The Indian Contracts Act, 1872 regulates contract law in India. According to section 2(h) of the Act, a contract is an agreement that is enforceable by law. Different kinds of contracts are covered by the Act, including bailment, indemnity, agency, among others. A contract may also be invalid, voidable, or valid based on its validity.
Property Law
Civil law dealing with people's property is known as property law. It stipulates the limitations that apply to people regarding the property of others, as well as their rights regarding the use or transfer of their own property. Personal property and real property are the two main categories of property. Intangible assets such as cars, furniture, stocks, and so on are considered personal property. Buildings, land, and other immovable assets are referred to as real property. The Indian Contract Act of 1872, the Indian Easement Act of 1882, and other laws govern Indian property law.
Family law
Relationships and exchanges between members of a family are governed by family law. Adoption, divorce, maintenance, and other rights and responsibilities of family members are set out in this document. In India, only a few laws regulate family law, including the Indian Christian Marriage Act of 1872, the Hindu Marriage Act of 1955, the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act of 2019, and the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act of 1939.
Tort Law
Torts are civil wrongs committed against another person or thing that damage or injure that person's property. Under civil tort law, the victim may sue the perpetrator for damages. A common feature of tort law is that it is not codified. Trespassing, carelessness, slander, and other torts are examples of torts.
Corporate Law
A corporate law governs the rights and obligations of corporate entities, or firms. Establishing, dissolving, investing, and other activities of a company are governed by the corporate section of civil law. Companies Act of 1956, Indian Partnership Act of 1932, and Sale of Goods Act of 1930 deal with corporate law.
Administrative Law
According to Ivor Jennings, administrative law defines the structure, authority, and responsibilities of administrative authorities. The executive branch of government operates in this way. Even though there are specialized courts or tribunals for administrative law disputes, they are rarely codified.
Types Of Civil Cases Handled by Civil Lawyers
The primary difference between criminal and civil litigation is that in the former, the parties are not seeking criminal charges; instead, they are seeking monetary damages. Criminal cases are often prosecuted by the state, while civil cases are prosecuted by both parties, with assistance from legal counsel. Following is a list of some of the most common types of civil court cases.
Contract disputes
Contract conflicts arise when one or more parties cannot or do not fulfill their obligations. There are times when this happens because a contract is drafted in such a way that the two parties have different expectations, but more often than not, it occurs because a party overextends itself and lacks the resources to meet its obligations.
Property disputes
In property law, disputes over ownership and damage to property are dealt with. An attorney who specializes in civil litigation can handle various kinds of property disputes. Planting or building on one's property line can result in a property line conflict when one party claims the other breached the boundary.
Torts
Torts are civil lawsuits in which one party claims the other injured them physically or mentally. An individual's financial security, physical safety, or property protection may be at stake in a tort lawsuit. They can also take many different forms. Injuries and accidents often result in assault and violence lawsuits, as well as negligence cases in which one party claims a caregiver failed to perform their duties.
Class Action Cases
Class action lawsuits are similar to tort cases, except that the prosecution represents a class of individuals who suffered the same injury. Defective items or dangerous materials are commonly used, and the faulty item injures several people before being recalled.
Complaints against the City
When complaints against government officials are not resolved outside of court, they can be heard as civil proceedings if they refuse to negotiate. An individual may file one of these lawsuits if they claim a city policy or ordinance has harmed its residents. A criminal case that hasn't gone well for the prosecution may sometimes be followed by a civil action.
Civil Law Reliefs and Remedies
An action for civil damages is only intended to restore rights violated by a third party. It is possible for the harmed party to receive relief through a number of different solutions. Indian law provides for such relief to be granted to the appropriate court or tribunal with authority to hear the case. There are four kinds of civil remedies available to a person who has been wronged. Among them are declarations, injunctions, specific performance, and monetary damages.
Monetary relief
In monetary relief, compensation is provided to those who have been harmed by a defendant's actions. Money relief includes compensatory damages, liquidated damages, nominal damages, incidental losses, consequential damages, etc.
Specific performance
Contractual performance refers to the enforcement of legal liability against the defendant for acts that have not been performed. Through this remedy, the court orders the defendant to fulfill the part of the duty they were unable to fulfill. This performance deficiency led to the lawsuit. Contracting parties are often offered this remedy when one of them fails to fulfill their obligations under their agreement.
Injunction
Defendants are prohibited from acting in a certain way by this remedy. Temporary injunctions and permanent injunctions are the two types of injunctions. During the course of the court case, an interim injunction prevents the party from acting for all time, as opposed to a permanent injunction.
Declarations
By using this remedy, a person establishes his or her rights over a moveable or immovable party. All parties are bound by the judgment rendered by the court. The court outlines each party's obligations and rights in the civil lawsuit. It makes no orders regarding compensation or job performance in this case; it only establishes the parties' rights and obligations.
Our Expertise in Civil Law
We're here to guide you through the legal maze with a personal touch at Zolvit. Our assistance can be provided as follows:
Contract Disputes and Resolution
To ensure your rights are protected, we will work with you to resolve any issues in your agreements.
Property and Real Estate Litigation
It doesn't matter if it's a boundary dispute or a real estate transaction gone wrong.
Torts (Personal Injury, Defamation, etc.)
We're here to help you get the compensation you deserve if you've been wronged.
Family Law (Divorce, Child Custody, etc.)
It can be difficult to deal with family matters. Throughout every step, we are here to support and understand you.
Probate and Estate Administration
With our help, you can navigate the complex process of administering an estate.
Consumer Protection and Rights
We will stand up for your rights if you have been misled or treated unfairly.
Employment Law (Wrongful Termination, Discrimination, etc.)
It can be challenging to deal with workplace issues. Our goal is to fight for your rights and ensure that you are treated fairly.
Commercial Disputes and Business Litigation
It is not easy to run a business. Our goal is to help you overcome any legal challenges so that you can focus on what you do best.
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