My husband and his parents r against my career

840 votes

Dear Client, after delivery, it is your choice to stay either at your parental home or your matrimonial home. Your husband or in-laws cannot force you to return against your will, especially during your recovery period You also have the right to continue or resume your employment. No one can compel you to stop your career for childcare, particularly when your parents are willing to support you. Such restrictions may amount to mental cruelty which is a valid ground for seeking legal remedies under matrimonial laws. If your husband or in-laws are preventing you from meeting your parents or taking their help, you may document these incidents. If needed, you may seek protection under the DV Actwhere the court can grant: • Right to reside safely, • Protection from mental harassment, • Child custody/visitation arrangements, • Financial support. Please note, the welfare of the child is the most important factor, and the court always considers what is best for the child. If you need further help or want to explore possible legal steps, feel free to share more details.

Advocate Iyappan. E LawRato

797 votes

Dear Client, 1. Under Indian family law, neither the husband nor the in-laws have any legal right to force a woman to return to the matrimonial home, restrict her from visiting her parents, or compel her to stop her career; a wife is entitled to decide where she wishes to stay after delivery for her health and the newborn’s care, and any pressure, control, or coercion of this nature amounts to mental cruelty under the Hindu Marriage Act and can also constitute domestic violence under the Domestic Violence Act. 2. Consult an advocate to discuss your case in brief. 3. You may schedule an appointment regarding your case by phone or email at your convenience. Thanks & regards, Priyanka Advocate Coimbatore

Advocate Priyanka LawRato