Simon Kiprotich Chepchowoi v Nandi Tea Estates Limited [2014] KEELRC 1211 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1211
- Citation
- [2014] KEELRC 1211 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant's AppealCoramBYRAM ONGAYA
The claimant is entitled to a declaration that the termination was unlawful and contrary to the Employment Act and CBA. The respondent must pay the claimant Kshs.562,559.00 and deliver the certificate of service by 1.09.2014.
Facts
Claimant was employed by respondent as a clerk from 1.02.2003. In 2008, claimant was arrested and prosecuted for stealing tea leaves. The prosecution was initiated by respondent, but the claimant was acquitted. Claimant was subsequently terminated and filed a suit for constructive termination and wrongful dismissal.
Issues
- Whether the claimant was terminated
- Whether the termination was fair
Reasoning
The court found the claimant constructively terminated due to the arrest and prosecution initiated by the respondent. The termination was found unfair and unlawful, and the claimant is entitled to partial reinstatement and compensation.
Outcome
Judgment for the claimant
Orders
- Payment of Kshs.562,559.00 by 1.09.2014
- Delivery of certificate of service by 1.09.2014
- Payment of costs of the suit
Remedies
- Declaration of unlawful termination
- Compensation of Kshs.562,559.00
Authorities cited
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