Ranliya Garment Industries Ltd. vs Victor Perera – SC APPEAL NO. 01/2005-2016

The case addressed the issue of whether the termination of an employee on probation was justified in light of allegations of misconduct, insubordination, and instigation of workplace unrest. It was determined that the termination was justified based on evidence including conflicting witness testimonies and an analysis of relevant case law, reaffirming the principle that an employer may exercise discretion in terminating a probationer when conduct issues are substantiated.

Anil Gooneratne J. — It was established that the employee, employed as a probationary driver and dismissed following an incident leading to workplace unrest, was involved in actions that constituted grave insubordination and a serious breach of discipline. The evidence, including conflicting witness testimonies and th