COMPLAINTS AND APPEALS POLICY

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) is committed to maintaining a fair, transparent, and ethical publishing process. The journal provides a clear mechanism for authors, reviewers, readers, and other stakeholders to raise concerns, submit complaints, or appeal editorial decisions related to the publication process.

Submission of Complaints

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) welcomes legitimate complaints related to editorial procedures, publication ethics, peer-review processes, authorship issues, plagiarism concerns, conflicts of interest, or any other matter affecting the integrity of the journal.

All complaints should be submitted with sufficient details and supporting information to allow proper evaluation and investigation.

Handling of Complaints

All complaints received by the journal are reviewed carefully and handled in a confidential, fair, and unbiased manner. The Editorial Board evaluates each concern according to established publication ethics principles and takes appropriate action based on the nature and seriousness of the issue.

The journal aims to acknowledge complaints promptly and resolve them within a reasonable timeframe while maintaining transparency throughout the process.

Appeals Against Editorial Decisions

Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions if they believe that a decision was made based on a misunderstanding, factual error, or unfair evaluation of their manuscript.

Appeals should include a clear explanation of the reasons for reconsideration along with relevant evidence or clarification. Appeals are reviewed by the Editorial Board, and decisions are made after careful consideration of the concerns raised.

Confidentiality and Fair Review

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) ensures that all complaints and appeals are handled confidentially. Individuals involved in reviewing complaints are expected to maintain objectivity, avoid conflicts of interest, and ensure a fair evaluation process.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) is committed to protecting the rights of authors, reviewers, and readers while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability in scholarly publishing.