| Case ID |
395ac5ca-a4e2-4a1f-b426-0e4cf5eebeba |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
4A(244) of 1998 K |
| Decision Date |
Apr 11, 2000 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The petition filed by Muhammad Siddique under section 22 A(8)(g) of the Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969, was dismissed due to the principle that no individual can pursue the same grievance in two different forums simultaneously. The petitioner had already challenged his dismissal in the Labour Court, making the petition before the National Industrial Relations Commission infructuous. The decision emphasizes the importance of judicial economy and the rule against multiplicity of proceedings. The Commission recognized that the legal framework does not permit the aggrieved party to seek relief from multiple judicial bodies for the same issue, thereby upholding the integrity of the judicial process. |
| Summary |
In the case of Muhammad Siddique vs. Shaheen Airport Service, the National Industrial Relations Commission addressed critical issues regarding the jurisdiction and procedural propriety of concurrent petitions filed by an employee. The case highlights the legal boundaries within which employees must navigate grievances related to unfair labor practices and dismissals under the Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969. The Commission ruled that the petitioner, having already initiated proceedings in the Labour Court regarding his dismissal, could not simultaneously pursue a petition before the Commission. This decision reinforces the principle that litigants must choose their forum wisely and avoid duplicative claims, thus streamlining the adjudication process. The ruling serves as a vital precedent for future cases involving employment disputes, ensuring that the legal rights of employees are balanced against the need for efficient judicial processes. Keywords such as 'industrial relations', 'employment law', 'unfair labor practices', and 'jurisdiction' are crucial for understanding the implications of this case. |
| Court |
National Industrial Relations Commission
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
Muhammad Hussain Chaudhry
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| Lawyers |
M. Siddique Malik,
S.M. Yaqoob
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| Petitioners |
Muhammad Siddique
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| Respondents |
Shaheen Airport Service through Manager Administration and another
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| Citations |
2001 SLD 2114,
2001 PLC 61
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969
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| Sections |
22 A(8)(g),
25 A
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