Property & Real Estate Law Disputes in Bangalore

Registering property in your wife's name to save on stamp duty might seem like a good idea, but it can have serious consequences during a divorce. Legally, ownership is determined by the name on the title, not who paid for it.

Many husbands buy property in their wife's name out of affection or for tax benefits. However, legally, she becomes the owner. If a dispute arises, you can file a civil suit under the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act to claim you are the real owner, but it requires strong proof.

To succeed in a Benami property claim, you must prove two key things: that the entire payment came from your funds, and her name was included only for convenience or to save on stamp duty. The law does not consider emotional reasons, only factual evidence.

Property disputes can be complex and emotionally draining. I outline the first steps to resolving a conflict over land or a house, from attempting a personal discussion and sending a formal legal notice to engaging in a settlement or, if necessary, filing a civil suit to protect your rights.

Can your landlord increase your rent overnight or evict you without proper notice? I break down the rights of tenants and the legal limits on landlords. A written rental agreement is your strongest protection, and I explain the key terms that must be included to prevent disputes.

The Kerala High Court recently ruled that toilets at private petrol pumps are for customers only and cannot be treated as public facilities. This case highlights the important distinction between private and public property rights under Article 300A of the Constitution.

This is a look at the interim direction from Justice C.S. Dias regarding the use of private toilets at petrol pumps. The court restrained the government from compelling retail outlets to open their facilities to the general public, reinforcing private property rights.