Samuel Mwangi Maragua v Co-Operative Bank Savings and Credit Society Ltd [2015] KEELRC 1075 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1075
- Citation
- [2015] KEELRC 1075 (KLR)
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureRespondent's summary dismissal upheld, normal termination awardedCoramMATHEWS N. NDUMA
Holding
Summary dismissal upheld, claimant entitled to one month's salary in lieu of notice, Kshs 42,900 in lieu of leave days, and other withheld benefits.
Facts
Claimant was employed as a subordinate staff and promoted to various positions. He was dismissed for unsatisfactory work performance regarding a loan recovery. He defended the dismissal but was not successful.
Issues
- Was the dismissal valid?
- Was the dismissal process fair?
- What remedy is available?
Reasoning
Claimant failed to prove wrongful dismissal. Respondent justified dismissal but not summary dismissal. Court commutes summary dismissal to normal termination.
Outcome
Claimant partially successful
Orders
- Award of Kshs 159,900 with interest
- Certificate of service within 14 days
- Each party bears their own costs
Remedies
- One month's salary in lieu of notice
- Kshs 42,900 in lieu of leave days
- Other withheld benefits
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act, 2007
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