Offences by companies - applicants are arraigned as accused - ...

Directors Face Charges for Company Offences, Highlighting Their Duty of Care and Diligence in Business Conduct.

January 25, 2018

Case Laws Companies Law HC

Offences by companies - applicants are arraigned as accused - the company, though a legal entity, cannot act by itself, it can act only through its directors. The directors are expected to exercise their power on behalf of the company with utmost care, skill and diligence. - HC

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Offences by companies - applicants are arraigned as accused - ...

Directors Face Charges for Company Offences, Highlighting Their Duty of Care and Diligence in Business Conduct.

January 25, 2018

Case Laws Companies Law HC

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