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Case Details
Case ID 0bfa2a26-8d5c-464b-b25d-1d2144bdd484
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Case Number KAR-178 of 1995
Decision Date Apr 23, 1995
Hearing Date Apr 23, 1995
Decision The appeal was dismissed as the court found no substantial evidence to support the dismissal of the respondent. The only evidence presented was circumstantial, and the court concluded that the presumption of guilt based solely on interest in the file was not sufficient. The Labour Court's order to reinstate the employee with full back benefits was upheld, indicating the importance of due process in employment disputes.
Summary This case revolves around an industrial dispute involving the dismissal of an employee from Pakistan Steel Mills, Karachi. The employee, Muhammad Azhar, was accused of stealing his personal file from the Record-Keeper's custody. The case was appealed after an initial dismissal for alleged misconduct related to non-genuine bills. The Labour Court reinstated the employee, but he was dismissed again shortly after, leading to this appeal. The Labour Appellate Tribunal found the circumstantial evidence insufficient for a valid dismissal, emphasizing the need for clear and substantial proof in employment-related cases. This case underlines the significance of fair treatment and due process in workplace disputes, which is paramount for maintaining trust in employment relationships.
Court Labour Appellate Tribunal, Sindh
Entities Involved PAKISTAN STEEL MILLS LTD.
Judges MUSHTAK ALI KAZI
Lawyers Zahid Hamid
Petitioners PAKISTAN STEEL MILLS LTD., KARACHI
Respondents MUHAMMAD AZHAR
Citations 1995 SLD 1350, 1995 PLC 608
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Not available
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