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Court Orders Company to Pay 47,000 Euros to Fired 'Drunkard' Employee

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News18•20-03-2026, 08:54

Court Orders Company to Pay 47,000 Euros to Fired 'Drunkard' Employee

•An electrical company in Murcia, Spain, fired an employee for drinking 3 liters of beer during duty, confirmed by private detectives.
•The company cited serious indiscipline, danger to others due to driving company vehicle, and impact on work.
•The High Court of Justice of Murcia ruled the dismissal wrongful, stating punishment was too severe.
•Court argued lunch break is not 'working hours' and company failed to prove adverse effect on work ability or habitual drunkenness.
•Company ordered to rehire employee or pay 47,000 Euros (approx. 50 lakh rupees) in compensation, sparking debate on labor law.

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