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“Resignation vs. Termination: What Is the Difference?”

by Chandimal GunasekaraHuman Resources, Labour Law September 23, 2026September 27, 2026No Comments

Understanding the difference between resignation and termination is important for both employers and employees in Sri Lanka. Although both can bring an employment relationship to an end, the circumstances, legal implications, and available remedies can be different. What Is Resignation? Resignation occurs when an employee voluntarily decides to end the employment relationship. For example, an …

Domestic Inquiry in the Workplace

by Chandimal GunasekaraHuman Resources, Labour Law September 23, 2026October 4, 2026No Comments

A domestic inquiry is a formal internal process used by an employer to examine allegations of employee misconduct and provide the employee an opportunity to respond. It helps an organization establish the facts before making a disciplinary decision. A proper domestic inquiry generally involves identifying the allegation, conducting a preliminary investigation, framing charges, giving the …

Constructive Termination – When Resignation May Become a Legal Issue

by Chandimal GunasekaraHuman Resources, Labour Law, Laws September 28, 2024September 27, 2026No Comments

Constructive termination Constructive termination refers to a situation where an employee resigns, but the circumstances leading to the resignation are alleged to have been created by the employer. In a normal resignation, the employee voluntarily chooses to end the employment relationship. In a constructive termination situation, the employee may argue that they had no reasonable …

Disciplinary Actions

by Chandimal GunasekaraArticles, Human Resources, Labour Law September 25, 2024September 27, 2026No Comments

Importance of Natural Justice: What You Need to Know Disciplinary Action – Importance of Natural Justice in Sri Lanka In Sri Lankan employment practice, natural justice is a key principle of a fair disciplinary process. An employee should know the allegations against them and be given a reasonable opportunity to explain, defend, and challenge the …

Cybersecurity & the Law: Protecting Your Business Online

by Chandimal GunasekaraLegal July 22, 2024October 4, 2026No Comments

HR Perspective – Sri Lanka Cybersecurity is not only an IT responsibility; HR also plays an important role in protecting employee information, company data, and confidential business records. From an HR and legal perspective, organisations should establish clear policies covering data protection, acceptable use of company systems, passwords, email, social media, remote working, and employee …

Personal Injury Claims: What to Do After an Accident

by Chandimal GunasekaraGeneral July 10, 2024October 4, 2026No Comments

Two Legal Routes for Workplace Injury Claims in Sri Lanka 1. Workmen’s Compensation Ordinance (No. 19 of 1934, as amended)This is the primary statutory route for employees injured at work. 2. Common Law Civil Claim (District Court) Beyond the Workplace: General Personal Injury Claims Sri Lankan personal injury law isn’t limited to workplace accidents. It …

How Recent Court Rulings Could Impact Your HR Decisions – Case Law

by Chandimal GunasekaraLegal May 24, 2024October 4, 2026No Comments

Sri Lankan Labour Law – Case Law Note Sri Lankan courts have issued two significant employment law rulings recently that every HR team and business owner should understand. Both cases reinforce a consistent theme: procedure matters as much as substance when it comes to disciplinary action and termination. 1. Constructive Termination Without a Formal Dismissal …

Gen Z & Modern HR: What Employers Need to Know

by Chandimal GunasekaraHuman Resources April 13, 2024October 4, 2026No Comments

Workplace Trends, Legal Considerations & Practical Steps Gen Z (born roughly 1997–2012) is now a major and fast-growing share of the workforce — and they’re not simply “younger millennials.” Their expectations are reshaping hiring, management, and workplace culture, and forcing HR teams to rethink long-standing assumptions. Here’s what’s actually changing, and how employers can adapt …