Noratel International (Pvt) Ltd vs. Prasanna Peiris – sllr 2020 volume 2 page 242

In the case between Noratel International (Pvt.) Ltd (formerly Toroid International (Pvt.) Ltd) and Mr. Prasanna Peiris, the court considered whether the termination of employment was justified under the Industrial Disputes Act and the appropriate calculation and quantum of compensation for unfair dismissal. It was concluded that the termination based on alleged theft lacked justification, prompting review of earlier awards of compensation by the Labour Tribunal and the High Court. The findings established that compensation must reflect actual financial loss and not address sentimental harm. Relying on relevant statutory provisions and case precedents, it was held that the compensation originally awarded was excessive, and a revised sum equivalent to ten months’ salary was substituted, wit