Bernard Mariita Nyangara v Packaging Industries Limited [2015] KEELRC 643 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 643
- Citation
- [2015] KEELRC 643 (KLR)
- Decided
- 23 July 2015
AI Summary
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TypeUnfair DismissalPostureClaimant seeks damages for unlawful termination and unpaid benefits, Respondent defends dismissal as per contractCoramM. Mbaru
Holding
The dismissal was procedurally unfair and procedurally unjustified.
Facts
Claimant was employed as a Machine Operator from 1996 to 2006, then recalled on piece work terms. On 10th October 2010, he was summarily dismissed without notice or hearing.
Issues
- unlawful dismissal
- termination procedure
- unpaid benefits
Reasoning
The Claimant was terminated without notice, justification, or good cause, and the Respondent failed to provide any written warning, notice, or evidence of being heard prior to termination.
Outcome
Claimant awarded Kshs.14,710 in compensation and 50% of costs.
Remedies
- Compensation of Kshs.14,710
- Collection of unpaid October 2010 dues
- Declined overtime, house allowance, and night allowance claims
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