13/09/2026
⚖️ SUCCESSFUL RELIEF SECURED BEFORE THE LAHORE HIGH COURT
AR & Co. – Advocates & Corporate Counsels is pleased to share a significant relief secured for our client before the Honourable Lahore High Court, Lahore, in a matter arising under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936.
The case raises an important issue of labour-law jurisdiction: whether an employee performing managerial and supervisory functions falls within the category of persons entitled to invoke the jurisdiction of the Authority under the Payment of Wages Act. It was argued on behalf of our client that an objection concerning inherent lack of jurisdiction goes to the very root of the proceedings and can be raised at any stage.
The Honourable High Court issued notice and suspended the operation of the impugned orders until the next date of hearing, providing important protection to our client while these jurisdictional questions are considered.
This case demonstrates why a proper understanding of labour and employment law is critical for businesses. Incorrect classification of employees and proceedings before a forum lacking jurisdiction can expose employers to unnecessary litigation, financial claims and operational disruption.
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