Principle

LABOUR LAW — Termination of Employment — Written Contract Governs Determination of Service

Area of law
LABOUR LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Employment contracts are interpreted based on their plain words and meaning. The court cannot import terms not found in the written agreement. The principle applies to labour law and contract interpretation. The rule respects parties' freedom to contract. The written contract governs the employment relationship.…

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