Term & Conditions

Terms and Conditions of DocLegal Consultants Pvt Ltd

The insured party mentioned in the schedule of the Membership form and engaged in the profession outlined in the aforementioned schedule has sought the services of M/s. DOCLEGAL CONSULTANTS PRIVATE LIMITED to obtain indemnity coverage from The New India Assurance Company Limited and to avail the legal and other services provided by the primary company (i.e. DOCLEGAL CONSULTANTS PRIVATE LIMITED). The membership form serves as the written proposal and declaration, which is binding for this contract and is considered to be included herein. A membership deposit has been made towards indemnity insurance and services.

This membership contract states that subject to the terms, exceptions, and conditions included herein or as endorsed by the company (DOCLEGAL CONSULTANTS PRIVATE LIMITED), the company will provide the Indemnity Insurance Policy on a yearly renewable basis through its primary insurer, The New India Assurance Company Limited.

The above mentioned services of the company

  1. The company provides a comprehensive range of medico-legal services to its members. These services include legal support and assistance in cases of professional negligence brought against our doctors in any Indian court. Under our indemnity insurance policy, our members are entitled to free legal support in such cases. This includes representation by our expert legal consultants, up to and including proceedings in the Supreme Court of India.
  2. Our services cover cases that arise from police stations, meaning any case that is reported to the police and subsequently goes to court. In such cases, the company will provide all necessary legal support, including arranging for our member’s bail and handling all further legal proceedings. Our goal is to ensure that our doctors have access to the best legal representation and the opportunity to challenge any unsatisfactory judgments in higher courts, at no cost to them.
  3. By offering these services, we aim to give our doctor members the flexibility to pursue fair judgments and uphold their professional reputation, knowing that they have the full support of our company and its dedicated legal

“Services provided by DocLegal”

  1. The company offers a range of medico-legal services to its members, including coverage for cases related to professional negligence under our indemnity insurance policy. In addition to these cases, our members can also avail of our free legal services for any other cases in which they may be implicated or harassed.
  2. Furthermore, should any of our doctor members wish to file a defamation suit or countercase to protect their dignity against any person or establishment, our company will provide them with free legal support.
  3. We offer a round-the-clock helpline to ensure that our doctor members can reach out to us for assistance whenever needed.
  4. We also have a team of legal consultants available for counseling or advice on any matter.
  5. To ensure transparency in assessment and interactions, the company provides policies through its local branch of the Primary Insurer. This way, our doctor members have complete visibility into the assessment process.
  6. Moreover, the company conducts regular seminars and webinars to keep our doctor members abreast of the latest occurrences in the field of medico-legal cases, guaranteeing their awareness and knowledge.
  7. The Company offers a wide range of services about medico-legal matters. In addition, we are
  8. committed to providing the expertise of a local lawyer whenever required.
  9. Our services cover various cases, including those that fall under the jurisdiction of the Labour Court, Civil Court, and any other relevant matter. You need to note that the “Cause of Action” should fall within the covered tenure.
  10. We importance of protecting the dignity of our members. As such, the company provides free legal support if any member wants to file a defamation suit or countercase against any person or establishment.
  11. With our professional expertise and experience in this field, we strive to offer comprehensive legal solutions to our valued members, guaranteeing their satisfaction.”
  12. We offer a 24/7 helpline service, so our members can contact us whenever they need help or advice.

Terms and Conditions of Services provided by DocLegal

  1. Membership in the company is contingent upon receipt of the full Membership deposit and is valid for the chosen period.
  2. Throughout the membership period, members are required to promptly report any incidents or seek legal assistance by contacting the provided telephone numbers or submitting a written request to the DCPL office.
  3. The company provides round-the-clock communication channels for members; however, the company’s liability is limited to the availability and functionality of these channels.
  4. Default in payment may result from a bounced cheque or any other reason and will incur a penalty of up to Rs. 2000/-, depending on the circumstances.
  5. For cases involving sections 304, 304A, 338, or any Criminal Procedure under IPC, the Company’s liability is limited to providing legal support only up to the Supreme Court of India. The payment of any compensation is subject to the jurisdiction and terms outlined in the indemnity insurance policy issued by our primary insurer.
  6. The Company shall not be responsible for any cash payments made to employees of DCPL.
  7. If any member wishes to terminate their membership, they must provide valid reasons for doing so, and the Refunds, if applied, will be determined by the Company.
  8. The members, specifically doctors, who are members of the company, have the option to choose their lawyer if they are not satisfied with the company’s legal representation. However, valid reasons must be provided, and the final decision rests with the company.
  9. Legal charges for any cases that arise before membership will be determined by our lawyer or company.
  10. Any disputes regarding the interpretation of the terms, conditions, limitations, and/or exclusions outlined herein will be subject to Indian Law. Both the insured and the company agree to abide by this. Additionally, all matters mentioned above fall under the jurisdiction of Jaipur (Rajasthan).
  11. The policies provided by the company have territorial coverage throughout India and extend to any hospital or nursing home, among other locations.