2026 LLR WEB 592 - BOMBAY HIGH COURT Back wages cannot be denied merely because workman undertook livelihood activities, such as agriculture, after termination. INDUSTRIAL DISPUTE - Unfair labour practice - Termination of service - Reinstatement with continuity - Denial of back wages - Gainful employment - Agricultural activity - Burden of proof - Scope...... read full judgement

2026 LLR WEB 591 - BOMBAY HIGH COURT Dismissal of employer's writ binds only employer; workman may seek enhanced relief independently. INDUSTRIAL DISPUTE - Illegal termination - Res judicata - Effect of dismissal of employer's writ petition - Scope of subsequent writ by workman - Back wages - Burden of proof of...... read full judgement

2026 LLR WEB 590 - DELHI HIGH COURT Even under beneficial legislation, claimant must prove accident arising out of employment with credible evidence. EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION - Accident arising out of and in the course of employment - Delay in filing claim - Condonation of delay - Proof of accident - Burden of proof - Absence of...... read full judgement

2026 LLR WEB 589 - MADHYA PRADESH HIGH COURT Reinstatement is not automatic merely because no departmental enquiry was conducted. INDUSTRIAL DISPUTE - Termination on ground of misconduct - Absence of domestic enquiry - Principles of natural justice - Right of employer to lead evidence - Scope of adjudication by Labour Court...... read full judgement