📜 Legal Disclaimer – KASB.info
(Independent Financial Transparency Platform – Lahore, Pakistan)
Last Updated: 4 May 2025
1. Independent Platform
KASB.info is an independent financial research and consumer protection website based in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. We are:
- Not affiliated with KASB Securities Limited or its successor entities
- Not endorsed by SECP, PSX, SBP, or any government body
- Not a substitute for professional financial advice
2. Content & Liability
- User-Generated Content: Forum posts and reviews reflect individual opinions, not our endorsement
- Market Data: Sourced from PSX/SECP filings; may contain delays or errors
- Not Financial Advice: For educational purposes only. Consult a SECP-licensed advisor before investing
3. Legal Protections (Punjab Jurisdiction)
- Fair Use: Complies with Pakistan Copyright Ordinance 1962 (Section 57) for public interest reporting
- Defamation Safeguards: Operates under:
- PECA 2016 (Protection of legitimate criticism)
- Punjab Defamation Act 2023 (Requires proof of actual malice)
4. Right to Reply
Any entity or individual referenced on KASB.info may:
- Submit a response within 7 working days to [email protected]
- Have their rebuttal published with equal prominence to original content
- Request factual corrections with verifiable evidence
5. Anti-Censorship Policy
We actively resist unlawful silencing attempts through:
- Public Exposure: Abusive legal threats will be archived and published (with redactions)
- Legal Countermeasures: Frivolous claims may result in:
- Counterclaims under Section 9 (Defamation Act 2002)
- Costs recovery under Section 8 (Punjab Civil Procedure Code)
6. Jurisdiction & Dispute Resolution
- Governing Law: Punjab Provincial Assembly statutes
- Exclusive Jurisdiction: Lahore High Court
- Pre-Litigation Protocol: Mandatory 30-day mediation via Lahore Mediation Centre
7. Investor Warning
- Verify Brokers: Always check SECP’s Active Licensees List
- Report Suspicious Activity: Forward to:
- SECP Complaints Portal (https://complaint.secp.gov.pk)
- Punjab Fraud Prevention Cell (042-99212552)
Contact for Legal Notices: [email protected]
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