| Case ID |
100349eb-5a18-48ad-9c01-9d629b04725c |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Revision No. FD-42 of 1988 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 30, 1988 |
| Hearing Date |
Mar 27, 1988 |
| Decision |
The revision was accepted, setting aside the impugned order, and the appeal was remanded to the learned lower appellate Court for re-decision. The court found that the deposit of a pay order was sufficient compliance with the requirements of Section 17 of the Payment of Wages Act. The learned lower appellate Court had wrongly dismissed the appeal on the grounds of non-compliance, as the pay order constituted an adequate evidence of payment due to the respondents. The case highlighted the importance of correctly interpreting the provisions of the Payment of Wages Act, ensuring that proper legal procedures are followed, and that the rights of the parties involved are safeguarded. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the interpretation of the Payment of Wages Act (IV of 1936), specifically Section 17, which pertains to compliance with orders issued by the Authority. The Labour Appellate Tribunal, Punjab, addressed an appeal regarding an order that required the petitioner to deposit a specified amount to the respondents. The Tribunal ruled that the deposit of a pay order constituted sufficient compliance with the order of the Authority, as opposed to a cash deposit. The case underscores the significance of understanding legal definitions and the implications of compliance under labor laws. It is crucial for legal practitioners to be well-versed in the nuances of labor law to effectively represent their clients and navigate the complexities of case law. As labor disputes can often escalate into significant legal challenges, this case serves as a vital reference for advocates and lawyers in similar situations, emphasizing the need for accurate legal representation and adherence to statutory requirements. |
| Court |
Labour Appellate Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
SARDAR MUHAMMAD ABDUL GHAFOOR KHAN LODHI
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| Lawyers |
H.R. Haider,
Sadiq Ali Hashmi
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| Petitioners |
Malik BABOO KHAN OWNER AND OCCUPIER, TOOR SIZING INDUSTRIES, FAISALABAD
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| Respondents |
TAJAMAL HUSSAIN SHAH and 8 others
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| Citations |
1989 SLD 2508,
1989 PLC 948
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Payment of Wages Act (IV of 1936)
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| Sections |
17
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