Having said that, there are many steps that NRIs can take under law to avoid falling prey to such malpractices of developers. The law under which NRIs can seek redressal under is the Consumer Law of India. They can approach a consumer court of the right jurisdiction with their grievance to seek remedy by the way of application. Under the Consumer Law of India such NRI investors can only get a refund but can also levy penalties and sue for further damages to be paid in interest. However, certain important documents like the possession document, communication record, proof of payments, signed agreement in a s proof inplace before filing any such application before the consumer court with help of a legal professional who is well acquainted with the filing system before the consumer court.