Principle

LABOUR LAW – Gross Misconduct – Conduct Undermining Confidence Warrants Summary Dismissal

Area of law
LABOUR LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Gross misconduct is not defined exhaustively; it depends on the circumstances. The conduct must be incompatible with the continuation of the employment relationship. The principle applies to all employment contracts. The employer must have reasonable grounds for belief. The employee may challenge the dismissal as…

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