Georgetown, Guyana – After a long legal battle, Maurice Arjoon, the former manager of the New Building Society (NBS), has been awarded his full pension payment amounting to approximately $59 million. The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) ruled in a majority judgment that Arjoon was only entitled to his pension and not severance benefits as well.
The decision comes as a conclusion to a case that lasted several years, with Arjoon fighting for what he believed was rightfully his after being wrongfully dismissed from his position. The court’s ruling clarified that the initial reports suggesting he was entitled to both pension and severance were inaccurate.
In the detailed court ruling, it was stated that the Court of Appeal’s decision that Arjoon was not entitled to pension benefits was overturned. The judgment and order made by Reynolds J in 2017 were restored, with the exception of the severance payment. Additionally, Arjoon was awarded an additional sum for leave pay and passage assistance for specific years.
This ruling brings closure to a chapter of legal battles and disputes for Arjoon, who has been fighting for justice and fair compensation for his wrongful dismissal. The court’s decision to award him his full pension reflects a step towards rectifying the injustice he faced.
Arjoon’s case serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding labor rights and ensuring that individuals are treated fairly in the workplace. The legal battle he endured sheds light on the challenges faced by employees when they are wrongfully dismissed and the lengthy process involved in seeking justice.
Moving forward, Arjoon can now finally receive the pension payment he rightfully deserves, putting an end to a long and arduous legal process. The ruling by the Caribbean Court of Justice sets a precedent for ensuring that employees are compensated fairly in cases of wrongful dismissal.