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DANIEL SONGA SILA V PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT LTD [2012] KEELRC 199 (KLR)

[2012] KEELRC 199 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
199
Citation
[2012] KEELRC 199 (KLR)
Decided
21 November 2012
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Summary at a glance

The suit will proceed to full hearing as the objection in limine is dismissed with costs.

Facts

Claimant was dismissed on 10th August, 2006, and was arrested and charged with forgery in 2006. He was acquitted in 2009.

Issues

  • Whether the termination was unlawful and unfair
  • Compensation for unpaid salary and accrued leave days
  • Severance pay for 13 years of service

Reasoning

The Employment Act, 2007 was not applicable due to its enactment after the termination. The Limitation of Actions Act, Cap.22 of the Laws of Kenya applies, with a six-year limitation period.

Outcome

The suit will proceed to full hearing.

Orders

  • The objection in limine is dismissed with costs.
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