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From wrongful termination and salary dues to PF/ESI fraud, POSH complaints, gratuity denial, retrenchment, and workmen compensation — our employment law specialists fight for you before Labour Courts, Industrial Tribunals, and High Courts across India. Talk to an advocate today — first consultation is free.

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What We Handle All Types of Employment & Labour Disputes Click any matter type below to understand how we fight for you, what documents you need, and when you must act immediately to protect your rights.
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Know Your Rights: Labour Courts & Industrial Tribunals Are Accessible to Every Employee in India

Under the Industrial Disputes Act 1947 and state labour laws, every workman has the right to challenge wrongful termination, claim retrenchment compensation, and seek reinstatement with back wages before the Labour Court or Industrial Tribunal. The conciliation process before the Labour Commissioner is free of cost and is often the fastest route to resolution. Our employment advocates guide you through every step — from the first legal notice to the final order.

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Wrongful Termination & Illegal Dismissal

Terminated without notice, charge sheet, or domestic enquiry; dismissed on false grounds; forced to resign; or denied retrenchment compensation.

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📋 How We Fight For You

  • Issue legal notice to employer challenging termination and demanding reinstatement or compensation
  • File industrial dispute before Labour Commissioner for conciliation — fastest resolution route
  • Refer matter to Labour Court or Industrial Tribunal for reinstatement with full back wages
  • Challenge domestic enquiry irregularities — no charge sheet, no proper hearing, biased enquiry officer
  • Recover retrenchment compensation: 15 days wages per completed year under IDA 1947
  • Challenge wrongful termination of probationers, contract staff, and employees with short service periods

📁 Documents You Need

  • 📄Appointment letter / offer letter from employer
  • 📄Termination letter / relieving letter (if issued)
  • 📄Last 6 months' salary slips or bank statements
  • 📄Any charge sheet / show-cause notice received
  • 📄Domestic enquiry proceedings and report (if any)
  • 📄ID card, visiting card, or any proof of employment
⚠️ Critical — Act Immediately After Termination:
  • Industrial dispute must be raised promptly — delay weakens your legal standing significantly
  • Employer may claim termination was resignation if you delay challenging it
  • Back wages clock starts from date of termination — every day of delay costs you money
  • Do NOT sign Full & Final settlement under pressure without consulting an advocate
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Salary Withheld, Wages Not Paid & Illegal Deductions

Employer has not paid salary, is making unauthorised deductions, withholds Full & Final settlement, or refuses to pay notice period wages.

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📋 How We Help You Recover

  • Issue legal notice demanding full salary dues, notice period pay, and pending incentives
  • File complaint before Payment of Wages Authority for recovery of unpaid wages
  • Challenge illegal deductions — employers can only deduct amounts authorised by law
  • Recover Full & Final settlement including gratuity, leave encashment, unpaid salary, and bonuses
  • File complaint under Minimum Wages Act if wages paid below statutory minimum
  • Criminal complaint under Payment of Wages Act for wilful non-payment

📁 Documents You Need

  • 📄Appointment letter stating agreed salary / CTC
  • 📄Salary slips for months where salary was paid
  • 📄Bank statements showing salary credits (and missing months)
  • 📄Any email / WhatsApp communications demanding salary
  • 📄Any written deduction notices or F&F settlement offered by employer
⚠️ Time Limit Under Payment of Wages Act:
  • Complaint must be filed within 1 year of the wage becoming due
  • Employer holding salary as "notice period recovery" without appointment letter clause is unlawful
  • Deducting salary for alleged losses or damages without due process is an illegal deduction
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PF / EPF Non-Deposit, ESI Fraud & Statutory Benefits Denial

Employer deducting PF but not depositing with EPFO, not enrolling employees in ESI, or denying provident fund and ESIC benefits unlawfully.

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📋 How We Help You

  • File complaint with EPFO Regional Office to inspect employer's contribution records
  • Lodge criminal complaint under Section 14, EPF & MP Act 1952 — employer faces imprisonment up to 1 year
  • Pursue ESIC registration dispute and recovery of medical and cash benefits unlawfully denied
  • Challenge employer's mis-classification of employees as contractors to avoid PF/ESI liability
  • Recover PF interest and damages for delayed deposit under EPF Act
  • File labour court petition if employer refuses to register or remit contributions

📁 Documents You Need

  • 📄Appointment letter showing PF/ESI deductions were part of CTC
  • 📄Salary slips showing PF deduction from employee's salary
  • 📄UAN passbook — check for employer deposits on EPFO portal
  • 📄ESIC card (if issued) or rejection at hospital citing non-registration
  • 📄Bank statements showing salary credited (proof of employment)
⚠️ Employer Non-Deposit Is a Criminal Offence:
  • Deducting employee PF share but not remitting to EPFO is treated as theft under the law
  • Employers with 20+ employees must mandatorily register under EPF Act — no exceptions
  • Mis-classifying permanent employees as contractors to avoid PF is punishable and can be challenged
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POSH — Sexual Harassment at Workplace Complaint

Sexual harassment by colleague, senior, or employer; employer has no ICC; ICC proceedings conducted unfairly; or employer retaliates after complaint.

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📋 How We Assist You

  • Draft and file written complaint before Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) within 3-month window
  • File before Local Complaints Committee (LCC) if employer has no ICC or fewer than 10 employees
  • Represent complainant through entire ICC/LCC enquiry and response submissions
  • Challenge employer retaliation (transfer, termination) post-complaint as unlawful under POSH Act
  • Secure interim relief — transfer of respondent, leave, or change of workplace if required
  • File criminal complaint under IPC Section 354A if conduct constitutes a cognisable offence

📁 Documents / Evidence You Need

  • 📄Written record of incidents — dates, times, locations, witnesses
  • 📄Screenshots of harassing messages, emails, or social media communications
  • 📄Any witness names who can corroborate the incidents
  • 📄Employer's ICC constitution details (if accessible)
  • 📄Any prior complaint made informally and employer's response
⚠️ Critical Limitation — 3 Months to File:
  • POSH complaint must be filed within 3 months of the last incident — strict deadline
  • ICC can extend by 3 more months for sufficient cause — act immediately to preserve this option
  • Employer who retaliates against a complainant is independently guilty under the POSH Act
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Gratuity Denial, Retrenchment Compensation & Retirement Benefits

Employer refuses to pay gratuity after 5 years, disputes retrenchment compensation, denies leave encashment, or withholds retirement benefits.

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📋 How We Help You Recover

  • Send legal notice to employer under Payment of Gratuity Act 1972 demanding payment within 30 days
  • File application before Controlling Authority (Labour Commissioner) for gratuity recovery
  • Challenge employer's disputed service period — use attendance records, salary slips, and bank statements
  • Recover retrenchment compensation: 15 days' average pay per year of completed service under IDA 1947
  • Recover leave encashment and earned leave dues withheld in Full & Final settlement
  • Claim interest at 10% per annum on gratuity delayed beyond 30 days after due date

📁 Documents You Need

  • 📄Appointment letter (to establish service commencement date)
  • 📄Salary slips for last 6–12 months (to calculate last drawn wage)
  • 📄Relieving / experience letter if issued by employer
  • 📄Bank statements or PF passbook showing continuous employment
  • 📄Any F&F settlement statement issued (even if disputed)
⚠️ Gratuity Is a Statutory Right — Employer Cannot Deny It:
  • Gratuity is payable within 30 days of cessation of employment — delay attracts 10% interest
  • Supreme Court: 240 days in the 5th year = 5 completed years of service for gratuity eligibility
  • Employer may forfeit gratuity only in cases of proven misconduct causing financial loss — not otherwise
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Workmen Compensation — Workplace Injury, Disability & Death Claims

Injured at workplace with employer refusing compensation; accidental death on duty; occupational disease; or employer claiming ESIC coverage to avoid paying directly.

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📋 How We Fight for You

  • File application before Workmen's Compensation Commissioner for compensation assessment
  • Calculate correct compensation: 50%–60% of monthly wages × relevant factor under WC Act 1923
  • Represent family in death claim — funeral expenses and full compensation due to dependants
  • Challenge employer's denial claiming injury was not "arising out of and in course of employment"
  • Recover compensation for partial and total permanent disability including occupational diseases
  • File additional claims under ESIC / Group Insurance where applicable

📁 Documents You Need

  • 📄FIR / accident report / police complaint (for serious injuries or death)
  • 📄Medical records — hospital bills, discharge summary, doctor's certificate
  • 📄Disability certificate from competent medical authority
  • 📄Appointment letter / salary slip proving employment and wage
  • 📄Post-mortem report (in death cases)
  • 📄Witness names (co-workers who witnessed the accident)
⚠️ Employer Cannot Escape Liability Under WC Act:
  • Workmen's Compensation is a statutory right — employer's insurance status does not affect your claim
  • Employer ESIC registration does not prevent WC Act claim if ESIC benefits are inadequate
  • Limitation period: 2 years from date of accident — file immediately to protect your rights
How It Works Resolve Your Employment Dispute in 5 Simple Steps
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Call, WhatsApp, or fill the free consultation form — describe your employment issue in under 2 minutes.

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Free 15-Min Consultation

Speak directly with an employment advocate — understand your legal rights and immediate options at no cost.

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Document Review

Share your appointment letter, salary slips, and communications — our advocate maps the strongest legal case for you.

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Strategy & Fee Quote

We recommend the fastest path — legal notice, Labour Court, or criminal complaint — with transparent, upfront fees.

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We Fight & Recover

Our advocates handle everything — notice, filing, hearings, and negotiations — until your dues are fully recovered.

Key Legislation We Work Under Labour Laws & Acts That Protect You
⚖️Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
💰Payment of Wages Act, 1936
🛡️POSH Act, 2013
🏦EPF & MP Act, 1952
📋Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972
🏗️Employees' Compensation Act, 1923
🤱Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
📊Minimum Wages Act, 1948
Why Choose Us Why Employees Across India Trust Regalwhiz Our employment advocates combine deep labour law expertise with a fierce commitment to protecting employees' rights — from first call to final recovery.
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Dedicated Labour Law Specialists

Specialists in Industrial Disputes Act, Payment of Wages, Gratuity, POSH, PF/ESI — not generalists dabbling in employment law.

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Nationwide Coverage

We represent clients before Labour Courts, Industrial Tribunals, and High Courts in 28 states and Union Territories.

Same-Day Response

Urgent termination and salary matters attended the same day — because delay can cost you critical legal rights.

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Your employment details and personal information are handled with absolute confidentiality — never shared with employers.

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Honest Legal Advice

We tell you the truth about your case — realistic prospects, timelines, and the best legal path forward.

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Transparent Fees

No hidden charges. Clear fee structure agreed upfront — you always know exactly what you're paying for.

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1,120+ Cases Won

Proven track record of recovering salary dues, winning reinstatement, securing gratuity, and fighting wrongful termination.

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With You Every Step

From the first legal notice to the final order — we keep you informed, supported, and prepared at every stage.

Client Reviews What Our Clients Say Real outcomes, real employees. Our clients include IT professionals, factory workers, domestic helpers, and senior executives — anyone whose employer has violated their rights.
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I was terminated without any notice or charge sheet after 7 years of service. Regalwhiz filed an industrial dispute and within 4 months I received full retrenchment compensation plus back wages. Exceptional work.

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Arun Krishnamurthy
Wrongful Termination · Chennai
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My company deducted PF for 3 years but never deposited with EPFO. Regalwhiz filed a criminal complaint and an EPFO inspection was ordered. Every rupee has been recovered with interest. Highly recommended.

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Sneha Patel
PF Fraud Recovery · Ahmedabad
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My employer refused to pay gratuity claiming my service was less than 5 years due to a forced gap. Regalwhiz proved continuous service with bank statements and recovered ₹18 lakhs in full. Thank you.

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Rajesh Nair
Gratuity Recovery · Bengaluru
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I was harassed at work and the company had no ICC. Regalwhiz helped me file a complaint with the Local Complaints Committee and also challenged my subsequent illegal termination. Both resolved in my favour.

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Priya Venkataraman
POSH Complaint · Hyderabad
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Salary was withheld for 5 months citing "notice period breach." Regalwhiz sent a legal notice and filed before the Payment of Wages Authority. Full 5 months salary + compensation received within 2 months.

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Mohammed Farooq
Salary Recovery · Mumbai
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My husband was fatally injured at a construction site. The contractor denied liability. Regalwhiz filed before the WC Commissioner and secured full statutory compensation for our family. We are deeply grateful.

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Kavitha Sundaram
Workmen Compensation · Coimbatore

Time Is Critical in Employment Disputes — Every Day You Wait Can Cost You

Limitation periods under Indian labour law are strict. From POSH complaints (3 months) to salary recovery (1 year) to industrial disputes — delay can permanently extinguish your legal rights. Talk to our employment advocates today.

⏱️ POSH Complaint — 3 Months
⏱️ Payment of Wages — 1 Year
⏱️ Workmen Compensation — 2 Years
⏱️ Industrial Dispute — Act Immediately
⏱️ Gratuity Recovery — 1 Year from Due Date
Frequently Asked Questions Employment & Labour Law — Your Questions Answered Have a question about your workplace rights, termination, salary dues, or legal options? Read our most commonly asked questions below.
What is wrongful termination under Indian labour law?
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Wrongful termination occurs when an employer dismisses an employee without following due process — including charge sheet, domestic enquiry, show-cause notice, or required retrenchment compensation. Under the Industrial Disputes Act 1947, workmen terminated without following proper procedure are entitled to reinstatement with back wages or retrenchment compensation. Even non-workmen can challenge termination under their employment contract. Call Regalwhiz immediately after termination — delay weakens your legal position.

Can an employer legally withhold my salary in India?
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No. Under the Payment of Wages Act 1936, employers cannot withhold or delay wages beyond the stipulated payment date. Unlawful deductions or salary withholding is a criminal offence. The aggrieved employee can file a complaint before the Payment of Wages Authority or Labour Court to recover full dues along with compensation. Salary held citing "notice period recovery" is only valid if there is a specific clause in your appointment letter — and even then must be proportionate.

What is the time limit to claim retrenchment compensation in India?
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A wrongfully retrenched workman must raise an industrial dispute promptly — the longer you wait, the harder it becomes for courts to grant reinstatement. While there is technically a 3-year limitation under the Limitation Act for recovery, courts strongly prefer the matter to be raised immediately after retrenchment. File before the Labour Commissioner or Labour Court as soon as retrenchment occurs to maximise your chances of reinstatement with full back wages.

Am I entitled to gratuity before completing 5 years of service?
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Gratuity under the Payment of Gratuity Act 1972 is generally payable after 5 continuous years of service. However, the Supreme Court of India has held that an employee who has completed 240 days of work in the 5th year of service is deemed to have completed 5 years for gratuity purposes. In cases of death or total disablement, gratuity is payable regardless of length of service. An employer who forfeits gratuity citing minor misconduct without financial loss can be successfully challenged.

How do I file a POSH (sexual harassment) complaint at work?
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An Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) complaint must be filed in writing within 3 months of the last incident of sexual harassment. If the employer has no ICC or has fewer than 10 employees, the complaint is filed before the Local Complaints Committee (LCC) under the POSH Act 2013. Our advocates assist in drafting the complaint, gathering evidence, and representing you through the entire enquiry. Do not let the 3-month deadline pass — call us immediately after the incident.

What if my employer has not deposited PF contributions?
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Non-deposit of Employee Provident Fund contributions by the employer is a criminal offence under Section 14 of the EPF & MP Act 1952. The employee can file a complaint with the EPFO Regional Office, lodge a police complaint (criminal case), or approach the Labour Court for recovery. Employers found guilty face imprisonment up to 1 year and fine. Check your UAN passbook on the EPFO portal — if no employer deposits appear despite salary slip showing PF deduction, call us immediately.

Does a contract employee or gig worker have any labour law rights in India?
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Yes. The coverage depends on the actual nature of work, not the label on your contract. Courts look at supervision, integration, economic dependence, and exclusivity to determine whether you qualify as a "workman" under the Industrial Disputes Act. Many contract, gig, and freelance workers qualify as workmen and are entitled to retrenchment compensation, PF, ESI, minimum wages, and other statutory protections. Employers who disguise permanent employment as contract arrangements to evade labour law can be challenged. Consult our advocates to assess your specific situation.

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Don't let a wrongful termination, withheld salary, or denied gratuity go unchallenged. Our employment advocates fight for your rights — Labour Court, Industrial Tribunal, or Labour Commissioner. First consultation is completely free.

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