Principle

LABOUR LAW — Employment Contracts — Gross Misconduct — Absence Without Leave Justifies Termination

Area of law
LABOUR LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Absence without leave is gross misconduct. The principle applies to employment law. The employer may dismiss instantly. The rule recognises the seriousness of unauthorised absence. Termination is a lesser penalty. The principle is well-established.

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