Can You Terminate an Employee During a POSH Investigation? The Legal Position
Introduction The question of whether an employee can be terminated during a pending Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) investigation is of legal and procedural significance. The definitive legal position is that termination is a final disciplinary measure that can only...
Are Your Vendors POSH-Compliant? Third-Party Risk You May Be Ignoring
Introduction Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (“POSH Act”), is an essential legislation for the corporate compliance in India, but its implications are often misunderstood. A significant and frequently overlooked area of risk lies...
Annual POSH Reporting: A Comprehensive Guide for HR Managers and Directors
Introduction The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition And Redressal) Act, 2013 (“POSH Act”) ensures to prevent sexual harassment of women in workplaces, establish a safe and secure working environment, and provide structured mechanisms for complaint and redressal. ...
The Legal Risks of Not Having an ICC (Internal Complaints Committee)
One thing that is significant for every organisation in India: the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, which is more commonly known as the “POSH Act”. If your company has 10 or more employees,...
What to Do When an Anonymous POSH Complaint is Filed?
Introduction The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (“POSH Act”) stands as a landmark piece of legislation in India, which is designed to protect women in the workplace. However, the legal framework presents a...
Why Every Remote Team Still Needs POSH Compliance?
Introduction The corporate workplace has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years, propelled by the widespread adoption of remote and hybrid work models, especially in the MNCs and startups. This shift, while offering flexibility and convenience, has also created new...
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Received a Bounced Cheque? Here’s What You Can Legally Do Within 15 Days
Received a bounced cheque? Here is what you can legally do within 15 days, including step-by-step legal action, and key comparisons to other countries. Imagine this: you have completed a job, provided a service, or sold goods, and in return,...
Is There a Limitation Period for Filing a Cheque Bounce Case?
Introduction In India, if a cheque bounces, there is a strict legal process to follow, mainly governed by Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. It is important for anyone who’s been wronged (any aggrieved party) to stick to...
