This is an application for quantification of damages for loss of employment. The application arises from a judgment handed down by MAXWELL J on 2 December 2016, the operative part of which reads, in paragraph 4, as follows:
“Respondent be and is hereby ordered to reinstate Appellant without loss of salary and benefit. If reinstatement is not an option, Respondent is to pay damages in lieu of reinstatement the quantum of which is to be agreed upon between the parties. If the parties fail to agree on the quantum either party can approach the Court for quantification.” More
This is an appeal against the decision of the Respondent Company’s Appeals Committee which confirmed the Appellant’s dismissal following allegations of breaching the Respondent’s Code of Conduct. More
The applicant applied for condonation of late noting of an appeal. The respondent opposed the application.
The material facts are as follows:
1. The applicant worked for the respondent as a truck driver.
2. He was charged with misconduct.
3. A hearing was held. He was found guilty.
4. By letter dated 12 May 2014 the respondent dismissed him from employment.
5. On 30th June 2014 the applicant applied to this court for condonation of late noting of appeal under reference LC/H.APP/300/14.
6. Justice Chidziva dismissed the application on 9 January 2015.
7. The judgment was made on the basis... More
