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Case ID 42d6fbb4-c33c-456d-8066-779c4dc26ba0
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Case Number Civil Revision No. 66 of 1987
Decision Date Mar 15, 1987
Hearing Date
Decision The revision application was filed against the judgment of the learned District Judge (West), Karachi, which dismissed the appeal of the applicant against the judgment and decrees passed by the learned Sr. Civil Judge (West), Karachi. The trial court had decreed the suit of the respondents for the recovery of Rs. 45,000. The High Court, after considering the arguments presented, found that the lower court had properly applied its mind and addressed all contentions raised by the applicants. The revision application was dismissed due to lack of fresh grounds for interference, affirming the decision of the District Judge.
Summary This case revolves around a dispute regarding the fees owed to auditors appointed under the Industrial Relations Ordinance. The auditors, NATIONAL MOTORS LTD., sought recovery of fees that were fixed by the Government of Sind. The case highlights key principles of industrial relations law and the authority of the government in fee determination. The Sindh High Court upheld the lower court's decision, reinforcing the importance of proper legal procedures and the principles of natural justice. The ruling emphasizes the court's role in ensuring that contracts are honored and that changes to agreements are made with proper notice and due process. This case is significant for legal professionals in the field of industrial relations and contract law, as it elucidates the legal framework governing auditor fees and the recourse available to professionals in similar situations.
Court Sindh High Court
Entities Involved Not available
Judges AHMAD ALI U. QURESHI, J
Lawyers S.M. Said
Petitioners NATIONAL MOTORS LTD.
Respondents MAHMOODALI KHAN ZUBERI
Citations 1988 SLD 1322 = 1988 PLC 766
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Industrial Relations Ordinance (XXIII of 1969), Civil Procedure Code (V of 1908)
Sections 23-B(10), 23-B(12), 115