Patson Musembi Kitolo v Kin Jin Lee & another [2015] KEELRC 594 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 594
- Citation
- [2015] KEELRC 594 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 July 2015
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant seeks compensation for unfair dismissal and other benefits.CoramAbuodha J.
Holding
The claimant's services were unfairly terminated and awarded 6 months' salary as compensation for unfair dismissal.
Facts
Claimant worked as a night guard for 8 years and 9 months. He was dismissed on 29th April, 2009, without notice, for alleged misconduct.
Issues
- Unfair dismissal
- Compensation for unfair dismissal
- Compensation for lost salary
- Compensation for leave benefits
Reasoning
The dismissal was unfair as it was not justified by the reasons stated in the letter and the claimant was not given a chance to defend himself.
Outcome
Awarded 6 months' salary as compensation for unfair dismissal, one month's salary in lieu of notice, and costs of the suit.
Orders
- Award of compensation for unfair dismissal
- Award of one month's salary in lieu of notice
- Award of costs of the suit
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act
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