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A strong matter usually combines a clear factual timeline, documentary evidence, an identifiable legal violation, and measurable harm. During an initial consultation, we review your facts against the applicable law and give you a frank assessment of your options and realistic outcomes — without overpromising.

Limitation periods vary by claim type. Labour Court and Industrial Tribunal references must typically be made within 3 years of the dispute arising. POSH complaints must be filed within 3 months of the last incident, extendable in compelling circumstances. Wage claims under the Code on Wages, 2019 must be filed within 3 years. Gratuity claims must be made within 60 days of the amount becoming payable. Consult early — delay can bar otherwise strong claims.

Not necessarily — and in some situations, raising an internal complaint without legal advice first can compromise your position. The right sequence depends on the nature of the violation, your employer's complaint mechanism, and your employment security. We advise on whether and how to raise internal complaints as part of our initial consultation, before any step is taken.

Retaliation for asserting your legal rights is itself a violation of labour law. Dismissal or adverse action following a POSH complaint, a wage claim, or the exercise of a statutory right is challengeable as an unfair labour practice under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. We take retaliation seriously and pursue it as a standalone legal claim where it occurs.

Bring your appointment letter, employment contract, recent payslips, any termination or show-cause notice, relevant email correspondence, and a brief written timeline of events. For harassment matters, bring any written records of incidents. For wage claims, bring salary statements and any communication about dues. Do not delete any digital records before consulting us.

Many employment disputes resolve through negotiation, conciliation, or Lok Adalat without a full tribunal or court hearing. However, the strength of a settlement is directly tied to how thoroughly the case is prepared. At ELRS, we prepare every matter as though it will go to a final hearing — which leads to better settlements and, where necessary, stronger outcomes at the hearing stage.