Failure To Consider Counsel's Medical Condition And Passing Ex-Parte Order Violates Natural Justice Warrants Setting Aside Appellate Authority's Order: Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court set aside an appellate authority’s order for failing to consider a counsel’s medical condition, emphasizing that passing ex-parte orders without considering such factors violates natural justice. The court ruled that the appellate authority should have taken the counsel’s medical condition into account before making a decision. This ruling underscores the importance of fairness and due process in judicial proceedings and protects the rights of individuals involved in legal disputes. The decision is significant for legal practitioners and litigants, as it highlights the need for courts to consider all relevant factors in their decisions.