Court Rules Essential Procedures Must Be Followed in Lok Adalats, Even if It Limits the Number of Cases Disposed: Bombay High Court

In a significant judgment, the Bombay High Court examined the procedural integrity of Lok Adalats under the Legal Services Authorities Act and ruled on the validity of a Lok Adalat award in Regular Civil Suit No. 781 of 2017. The case highlights the necessity of adhering to specific procedural requirements to ensure the legitimacy of settlements made through Lok Adalats. Case Summary: The petitioner challenged the legality of an award…