Paul Mzungu Sumba v Housing Finance Company of Kenya [2014] KEELRC 1317 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1317
- Citation
- [2014] KEELRC 1317 (KLR)
- Decided
- 24 September 2014
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TypeIndustrial DisputePostureRespondent filed a preliminary objection to the claim, which was heard by written submissions.CoramHON. LADY JUSTICE MAUREEN ONYANGO
Holding
The claim is time-barred under Section 90 of the Employment Act.
Facts
The Claimant alleged he was forced to resign by the Respondent's Director of Human Resources on 11th March, 2008, but he claimed he had a flawless record and the resignation was not warranted. He sought payment for 30 days salary for each of the 8 years he worked and 12 months salary as compensation for unfair termination.
Issues
- Whether the claim is time-barred under Section 90 of the Employment Act.
- Whether the claimant's resignation was voluntary or forced.
Reasoning
The court dismissed the claim as the claim was filed 5 years and 5 months after the cause of action arose, which is beyond the 3-year limitation period set by the Employment Act.
Outcome
The claim is dismissed with costs.
Orders
- The claim is dismissed with costs.
Authorities cited
Cases cited (3)
- James K. Nyaribo Vs. Permanent Secretary Ministry of Public Works & Another (2014) eKLR.
- Laban Chema Libabu Vs. Bata Shoe Company (K) Limited Cause No. 46 of 2013.
- Josephat Ndirangu V.s Henkel Chemicals (E.A) Limited (2013) eKLR.
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