Understanding Protected Workmen Status: When Does It Apply to Ordinary Members in Legal Cases?

Protected Workmen Status in Litigation

When does the status of Protected Workmen come into play in litigation for ordinary members, not just office bearers?

2K Petition and Failure Report

When does a 2K petition receive a failure report?

Numbering of ID Cases

When is the ID case about to be numbered and receive a GO?

Case Numbering in Industrial Tribunal

When is a case numbered in the Industrial Tribunal or State Lower Labour Court, and awaiting appearance and claim?

The status of Protected Workmen comes into play in litigation for ordinary members when a dispute arises between the workmen and the employer. According to the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, in India, a certain number of workmen, termed as 'Protected Workmen', are given a special status to ensure smooth and fair negotiation between the workers and the employer.

For a 2K petition, a failure report is usually received when the conciliation proceedings between the employer and the workmen have failed. This is typically when the conciliation officer is unable to resolve the dispute and reports the same to the government.

An ID case receives a GO (Government Order) and is about to be numbered when the government refers the dispute for adjudication. Once the government is satisfied that the dispute could not be resolved through conciliation, it refers the dispute to a Labour Court or Industrial Tribunal.

A case is numbered in the Industrial Tribunal or State Lower Labour Court and is awaiting appearance and claim when the dispute has been officially accepted by the court or tribunal for adjudication. The parties involved will then be notified to appear before the court or tribunal on a specified date.

Please note that these processes can vary slightly based on local laws and regulations. It's always advisable to consult with a legal expert or labor law consultant to understand the specific procedures applicable in your case.