The court found that the explanations offered by the claimant and his advocate for their absence at the hearing were unconvincing and unsupported by evidence, such as an affidavit from the advocate. The claimant failed to provide a satisfactory reason for being in the wrong court and for his late arrival. The court determined that there was no merit in the application to set aside the dismissal order, as the absence appeared intentional or at least not sufficiently excused. The court also noted the respondent's lack of active opposition but held that this did not justify reinstatement. Consequently, the application was dismissed, and each party was ordered to bear their own costs.