Wilson Mudogo Mulima v AGS Worldwide Movers (K) Limited [2014] KEELRC 119 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 119
- Citation
- [2014] KEELRC 119 (KLR)
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TypeIndustrial DisputePostureClaimant seeks to be reinstated and compensation for wrongful dismissal, Respondent seeks to terminate the contractCoramAbuodha J. N.
Holding
The claimant's services were terminated normally on 10th May, 2012, and he is entitled to salary for April, 2012, 10 days' pay for May, 2012, and one month's pay in lieu of notice.
Facts
Claimant was terminated on 2nd April, 2012 for absconding duty, Respondent claims discrepancies in stock entries and delivery notes
Issues
- Was the termination of the claimant's services fair?
- When was the claimant's contract of employment terminated?
Reasoning
The claimant absconded duty without authority, and his unauthorized absence and refusal to return significantly eroded confidence in the employer-employee relationship.
Outcome
Claimant's contract of employment terminated normally on 10th May, 2012
Orders
- Salary for April, 2012: Kshs.24,829
- Salary for 10 days in May, 2012: Kshs.8,280
- One month's pay in lieu of notice: Kshs.24,829
Remedies
- Salary for April, 2012
- Salary for 10 days in May, 2012
- One month's pay in lieu of notice
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