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The High Court held that Uwingabiye Monique was unlawfully dismissed for economic reasons because the employer failed to follow statutory redundancy procedures.
The High Court refused to correct a judgment to add omitted claims and parties, holding that only clerical errors may be corrected and substance cannot be changed.
The Supreme Court held that the employee’s long suspension and retroactive dismissal were unlawful, but rejected several other monetary claims for lack of proof.
The Supreme Court held that the employee committed serious misconduct justifying dismissal, but awarded compensation because statutory notice and certificate requirements were breached.
Semali Alfred was a public employee subject to the General Statute and required to take the oath. His refusal, even on religious grounds, did not exempt him from this statutory obligation. The employer lawfully terminated his employment for failure to comply. However, the employer failed to provide a work certificate upon dismissal and is liable for compensation equivalent to one month's salary. No damages are owed to the employer for being sued, as there was no evidence of malicious litigation.
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Ngabo's actions—searching a vehicle while intoxicated, delaying passengers, and driving a work vehicle without authorization—constituted gross misconduct under the law and R.R.A. regulations, justifying summary dismissal. The disciplinary process, including suspension and investigation, did not negate the seriousness of the misconduct. The dismissal was lawful and in accordance with statutory and internal procedures.
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The Supreme Court held that Mpanabanga failed to prove entitlement to the salary difference claimed, rejected new damages raised on appeal, and dismissed the University's damages claim.
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