7/6/2010
START DATE
END DATE
20-Aug-10
Daniel D. Matthews v. Bank of Bermuda Limited
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CLAIMANT'S LAWYER:
DEFENDANT'S LAWYER:
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Employment Law
Kawaley J
Mr. Richard Horseman (Wakefield Quin)
Ms. Fozeia Rana-Fahy (Mello Jones & Martin)
FACTS OF THE CASE:
The Plaintiff, Daniel Matthews, was dismissed from his role at the Bank of Bermuda for alleged performance issues, particularly failing to meet the standards required for the Premier Banking Service. The Employment Tribunal upheld the dismissal. Matthews appealed, arguing that he was denied the right to call witnesses and that the Tribunal had not properly applied the law.
SUMMARY:
(1) Did the Employment Tribunal properly apply the law on unfair dismissal? (2) Was Matthews denied the opportunity to present his case fully? (3) Should the dismissal have been considered fair?
OUTCOMES:
Tribunal's decision overturned; case remitted for compensation assessment.
RULED IN FAVOUR OF:
Daniel David Matthews (Plaintiff)
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Daniel D. Matthews v. Bank of Bermuda Limited
The Plaintiff, Daniel Matthews, was dismissed from his role at the Bank of Bermuda for alleged performance issues, particularly failing to meet the standards required for the Premier Banking Service. The Employment Tribunal upheld the dismissal. Matthews appealed, arguing that he was denied the right to call witnesses and that the Tribunal had not properly applied the law.