Labour & Employment

It depends on your classification as a 'workman' under the Industrial Disputes Act and the terms of your appointment letter. Workmen are entitled to notice or pay in lieu, and retrenchment compensation in many cases; termination without following due process can be challenged before the Labour Court.

A written complaint must be filed with the Internal Committee within 3 months of the incident (extendable in appropriate cases), which is then required to complete its inquiry within 90 days. We assist complainants and respondents through the inquiry and any subsequent appeal.

Unpaid wages can be pursued through the Labour Commissioner, a Payment of Wages Act claim, or civil recovery, while gratuity claims can be filed with the Controlling Authority under the Payment of Gratuity Act. The right forum depends on your designation and the amount involved.

Indian courts generally do not enforce non-compete restrictions that operate after employment ends, as they are considered a restraint of trade under the Indian Contract Act. Clauses operating during employment, and confidentiality obligations, are more likely to be upheld.