CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND COMPETING INTERESTS POLICY

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) is committed to maintaining transparency, fairness, and integrity throughout the research and publication process. The journal recognizes that potential conflicts of interest may influence the objectivity, evaluation, and interpretation of scholarly work. Therefore, disclosure and proper management of competing interests are essential to maintaining trust in academic publishing.

Authors, editors, reviewers, and all individuals involved in the publication process are required to disclose any financial, personal, professional, or institutional relationships that may influence their decisions or affect the impartiality of the research.

Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose any potential competing interests related to their submitted manuscripts, including financial support, affiliations, personal relationships, or professional commitments that could influence the research outcomes or interpretation of findings.

Editorial and Reviewer Independence

Editors and reviewers must evaluate manuscripts objectively and independently. Any individual with a potential conflict of interest that may affect the fairness of the review process must withdraw from the evaluation or decision-making process.

Transparency in Publication

Disclosure of a conflict of interest does not necessarily prevent publication. However, transparency allows readers to understand the context of the research and evaluate the findings appropriately.

Management of Competing Interests

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) follows a fair and transparent approach for identifying and managing conflicts of interest. The journal may take appropriate measures, including reassignment of reviewers, additional evaluation, or other necessary actions to ensure unbiased editorial decisions.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

International Journal of Law, Commerce and Management (IJLCM) is dedicated to promoting ethical, transparent, and responsible scholarly communication. Through effective management of conflicts and competing interests, the journal aims to protect the credibility of published research and maintain the confidence of authors, reviewers, and readers worldwide.