Section 47 CPC Archives

‘Blatant disregard of law, desperation to avoid payment’; Telangana HC imposes Rs 5 Lakhs cost on HMDA for filing vexatious pleas to avoid Rs. 179 Cr award

“We find the conduct of HMDA not only to be in blatant disregard of the law but also evincing desperation to avoid the processes of law by pushing back their obligation to make payment to CEL by filing one vexatious proceeding after another.”

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Objections under S. 47 CPC are applicable only to execution of decrees not maintainable against arbitral awards’; Allahabad HC imposes Rs 5 lakhs cost on State

“Imposition of costs in cases of frivolous litigation is essential to maintain the integrity, efficiency, and fairness of the judicial system. By deterring abuse of the legal process, promoting judicial efficiency, and upholding the principles of fairness and justice, cost imposition serves to safeguard the rights of individuals, protect the integrity of the legal system, and bolster public confidence in the administration of justice.”

Case Briefs High Courts

Del HC | Objections under S. 47 CPC cannot be filed by signature of the Advocate alone, signature of client necessary

Delhi High Court: Pratibha M. Singh, J. dismissed a petition filed against the order whereby the objections filed on behalf of the petitioner