| Case ID |
376406c1-4749-4d08-bd1f-6e413e1dfcb2 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Appeal NoXAR-254 of 1988 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 01, 1989 |
| Hearing Date |
Feb 22, 1989 |
| Decision |
This case revolves around the appeal against the dismissal of a grievance petition by the Sind Labour Court No.III at Karachi. The appellant claimed he was removed without due process, while the respondents argued he was dismissed following an inquiry after a serious incident involving injuries to workers. The Labour Court dismissed the grievance petition on the grounds that the appellant disowned his thumb impression on critical documents, which is a legal requirement under Section 25-A of the I.R.O. 1969. The appeal was ultimately dismissed as the Tribunal found no merit in the appellant's claims and upheld the Labour Court's decision. |
| Summary |
In this landmark case decided by the Labour Appellate Tribunal, Sindh, the core issue was the dismissal of a grievance petition under the Industrial Relations Ordinance (XXIII of 1969). The appellant alleged wrongful termination without proper inquiry, citing a lack of opportunity to contest the charges against him. However, the Tribunal upheld the Labour Court's decision, highlighting the importance of proper documentation and the signature or thumb impression of the aggrieved party. This case underscores the critical nature of adhering to legal protocols in grievance procedures within labor relations, emphasizing the need for clear evidence and documentation in labor disputes. The decision reinforces the legal principle that grievance notices must be validly executed to be actionable, serving as a precedent for future labor law cases. Key terms such as 'grievance petition', 'wrongful termination', and 'industrial relations' are crucial for understanding the implications of this ruling. |
| Court |
Labour Appellate Tribunal, Sindh
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
AHMED ALI U. QURESHI
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| Lawyers |
Shafique Oureshi,
Farooq A. Ghani
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| Petitioners |
AMEERZADA
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| Respondents |
Messrs SHALIMAR SILK MILLS LTD., KARACHI
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| Citations |
1989 SLD 2359,
1989 PLC 698
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| Other Citations |
NLR 1981TD 17
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| Laws Involved |
Industrial Relations Ordinance (XXIII of 1969)
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| Sections |
25-A
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