The core of the dispute in this judgment (R.K. Obeyesekere vs. Milford Exports (Ceylon) Ltd. – SC CHC APPEAL NO 21/2009-2011) revolves around the necessary procedural steps following the death of the 3rd Petitioner-Respondent in two actions instituted under Section 226 of the Companies Act No. 7 of 2007. The death occurred on October 15, 2008, the date fixed for filing objections.