| Case ID |
2c62c6ca-2b5e-4a22-8157-e550f3eb46bd |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
KAR-240 of 1981 |
| Decision Date |
Oct 18, 1981 |
| Hearing Date |
Oct 18, 1981 |
| Decision |
The application for contempt proceedings against Syed Raunaq Raza was dismissed as the evidence provided did not support the claim of non-payment of bonuses to the workers as per the settlement of 1975. The court found that the appropriate course for any worker who believed they were owed bonuses would be to pursue the appropriate legal actions for recovery of their dues, rather than seeking contempt proceedings. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the contempt proceedings initiated by the Workers' Union against Syed Raunaq Raza, the director of Hostallarie de France, regarding the alleged non-payment of bonuses to workers for the years 1975 and 1976. The case highlights the legal implications of statements made in court regarding compliance with settlement agreements and the proper channels for workers to claim their dues. The Labour Appellate Tribunal found that the evidence presented by the applicant was insufficient to substantiate the contempt claim, emphasizing that individual workers should seek legal recourse if they believe they have been wronged. This case underscores the importance of proper legal representation and evidentiary support in labor disputes, especially concerning bonus payments and settlements. The court's decision serves as a precedent for similar cases in labor law, illustrating the need for clear evidence when making claims of contempt. Trending keywords include 'labor law', 'contempt proceedings', 'bonus payments', 'workers' rights', and 'legal recourse'. |
| Court |
Labour Appellate Tribunal, Sindh
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| Entities Involved |
Hostallarie de France
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| Judges |
Z. A. CHANNA,
MUHAMMAD SALAHUDDIN SIDDIQUI
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| Lawyers |
Choudhry M. Maarif,
Shakeel Lari
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| Petitioners |
Workers' Union
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| Respondents |
Syed RAUNAQ RAZA
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| Citations |
1982 SLD 1618,
1982 PLC 793
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Industrial Relations Ordinance (XXIII of 1969)
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| Sections |
38 (5)
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