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James Nthenge v Olive Gardens Limited [2015] KEELRC 1209 (KLR)

[2015] KEELRC 1209 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
1209
Citation
[2015] KEELRC 1209 (KLR)
Decided
23 March 2015
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant vs RespondentCoramNzioki wa Makau
Holding

The Court found that the Claimant was not employed for 3 years and that the termination was justified. The Claimant was not entitled to salary in lieu of notice and other relief.

Facts

Claimant James Nthenge was employed by Respondent Olive Gardens Limited as an assistant barman from January 6, 2011, for an initial fixed period of 3 years. He was terminated on October 1, 2011, without notice. The Claimant alleged unfair termination and sought damages.

Issues

  1. Was the Claimant employed for 3 years?
  2. Was the termination of the Claimant's employment justified?
  3. Was the Claimant entitled to salary in lieu of notice and other relief?

Reasoning

The Court determined that the Claimant's employment was for less than 3 years and that the termination was justified. The Claimant was not entitled to salary in lieu of notice and other relief.

Outcome

Claimant's suit dismissed

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