Premalal vs People’s Bank – SC APPEAL 131/2017-2023

In the case between I.A.S.N. Premalal (substituted by Badulpe Ramani Sepalika Pathirange) and People’s Bank, the court addressed the legality of substituting the deceased Applicant’s representative in Labour Tribunal proceedings and the appropriateness of compensation calculated for unlawful termination under the Industrial Disputes Act. The inquiry centered on procedural compliance during substitution and the rationale for awarding six years’ salary as compensation by the Labour Tribunal. After appellate review, it was held that the substitution was valid, but the compensation amount required adjustment, affirming three years’ salary plus the return of Rs. 250,000 deducted from gratuity. The decision reaffirmed proper application of procedural requirements and equitable principles in comp