Offence u/s 138 - Cheque bounce - Vicarious liability in case of ...

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June 20, 2016

Offence u/s 138 - Cheque bounce - Vicarious liability in case of a company - No doubt the law makes the principal liable for the acts of his agent, but unless there is some absolute duty cast upon the principal, he cannot be held responsible for the acts of his agent. - HC

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Offence u/s 138 - Cheque bounce - Vicarious liability in case of ...

Case Laws Indian Laws

June 20, 2016

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