CAPACITY TO SUE AND BE SUED OF TRADE UNIONS

AUTHOR – VIKHRAM SOMNAT SESHADRI, STUDENT AT GUJARAT NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY

BEST CITATION – VIKHRAM SOMNAT SESHADRI, CAPACITY TO SUE AND BE SUED OF TRADE UNIONS, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 4 (1) OF 2024, PG. 1159-1168, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

Introduction

The capacity of trade unions to sue and be sued occupies a pivotal position within the intricate intersection of labour law and tort law. Trade unions, representing workers’ interests, play an indispensable role in shaping labour relations, advocating for employee rights, and promoting collective bargaining. However, this multifaceted role often raises legal questions regarding their capacity as legal entities in the context of civil litigation. The examination of this capacity revolves around the core principles of legal personality, tort liability, standing, and the delicate balance between the rights of individuals and the collective interests of workers.