An employer has imposed the punishment of dismissal on the employee, without giving him an opportunity of being heard, on the ground of unauthorized absence for a long time. What remedy is available to the employee against such action? Discuss

Facts of the Case An employer dismissed an employee on the grounds of unauthorized absence for a long period without giving him any opportunity to […]

Gemini Ltd. has an industrial unit employing 500 workmen but has not got the Standing Orders certified under the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946. The Management initiated proceedings against one of its workmen for misconduct. The management is of the view that as there are no certified standing orders applicable to the factory establishment, it is under no obligation to follow any procedure except the principles of natural justice. State whether the view held by the management is legally valid.

Facts of the Case Gemini Ltd., an industrial unit employing 500 workmen, has not obtained certification of its Standing Orders under the Industrial Employment (Standing […]