How to Recover Unpaid Business Dues in India

Unpaid business dues can put pressure on cash flow, delay salaries and affect a company’s ability to meet its own obligations. Unpaid business dues may arise from an unpaid invoice, delayed payment under a service agreement, outstanding purchase price, consultancy fee, contractor payment or other commercial transaction. Indian law provides several routes for recovery. The […]

Using Trademarks as Collateral: A Strategic Financial Tool for Indian Businesses

Introduction In India’s increasingly knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property (IP) – particularly trademarks – has emerged as a valuable asset class. Trademarks convey brand identity and goodwill, making them potentially lucrative security for loans. Under Indian law, a registered trademark is an intangible property right that the proprietor can assign or pledge to lenders under certain […]

Top Compliance Mistakes That Trigger Insolvency Proceedings, and How to Avoid Them

Introduction Insolvency proceedings under India’s Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC) are designed to provide a swift and fair resolution to financial distress. However, many corporate debtors find themselves in such proceedings not because of unavoidable misfortune, but due to avoidable compliance failures. Identifying common pitfalls and reinforcing best practices can help businesses stay resilient […]