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These templates address formal disputes and the recovery of losses across jurisdictions like England & Wales, India, and the United States. Documents include consumer complaint letters for faulty goods and formal letters before action for breach of contract. This category excludes alternative dispute resolution methods such as arbitration or mediation which are found in their respective sections.

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Affidavit to Recall an Ex Parte Order (India) by OLL.docx
This affidavit supports an application to set aside an ex parte order in an Indian civil court. It is used by a defendant who missed a hearing because they were never served with a summons or were prevented from appearing by a sufficient cause.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Affidavit for Application for Substituted Service of Summons (Order V Rule 20 CPC) (India) by OLL.docx
This affidavit supports an application for substituted service when a defendant intentionally avoids receiving a court summons. It allows a plaintiff in India to request alternative methods of service, such as newspaper advertisement or registered post, under the Code of Civil Procedure.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Affidavit for Application to Amend a Wealth Tax Return Under the Wealth Tax Act, 1957 (India) by OLL.docx
This affidavit supports an application to amend a wealth tax return in India where security particulars were incorrectly reported. It allows an Assessee to formally declare that a mistake in a previously filed return was inadvertent and provide a corrected list of securities.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Affidavit for a Cheque Dishonour Complaint (India) by OLL.docx
This affidavit supports a criminal complaint in India when a cheque has been dishonoured by a bank. It provides a formal statement of facts regarding the original debt, the issuance of the cheque, the reason for its return, and the subsequent failure of the accused to pay after receiving a legal notice.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Complaint Against Cheque Dishonour (India) by OLL.docx
This criminal complaint is for individuals or businesses in India seeking to prosecute a party for a dishonoured cheque. It initiates legal proceedings under the Negotiable Instruments Act when a payment is returned for insufficient funds and remains unpaid after a 15-day notice period.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Consumer Complaint Affidavit for a Harmful Beverage (India) by OLL.docx
This affidavit allows a consumer to file a formal complaint with the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum in India regarding a harmful beverage. It sets out the details of the purchase, the resulting health impact, and a claim for monetary compensation for medical expenses and mental agony.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Evidence Affidavit Formats (India) by OLL.docx
This document provides several formats for evidence affidavits and applications to adduce additional evidence in Indian courts. It includes templates for personal affidavits, witness statements under the Consumer Protection Act, and formal applications to submit certificates or witnesses that were previously omitted.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Evidence Affidavit in a Suit for Dissolution of a Partnership Firm (India) by OLL.docx
This affidavit serves as formal sworn evidence for a partner seeking to dissolve a partnership firm through an Indian court. It outlines specific grounds for dissolution, such as misappropriation of funds or persistent breach of the partnership deed by a managing partner.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Evidence Affidavit for a Consumer Forum Trial (India) by OLL.docx
This affidavit is for a complainant to provide sworn evidence during a trial before a Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum in India. It outlines the facts of the case, including booking details, payments made, and the alleged deficiency in service by a service provider.
Updated 7 Jul 2026
Notice Under the Negotiable Instruments Act Regarding a Dishonoured Cheque (India) by OLL.docx
This formal notice demands payment for a dishonoured cheque and warns of potential criminal prosecution under Indian law. It provides the recipient with a 15-day deadline to settle the outstanding amount plus interest before legal proceedings commence in a competent court.
Updated 7 Jul 2026

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