Eunice Jeptoo Kirui v Eastern Produce (K) Ltd [2017] KEELRC 1645 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1645
- Citation
- [2017] KEELRC 1645 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from an original trialCoramD.K.Njagi Marete
The claimant is entitled to one (1) month salary in lieu of notice and leave due but untaken, totaling Kshs.12,490.00, and the cost of the claim shall be borne by the respondent.
Facts
The claimant, Eunice Jeptoo Kirui, was employed by the respondent, Eastern Produce (K) Ltd, as a Tea Picker. She was terminated on 17th January, 2015, and claimed unfair termination. The claimant alleged that her termination was wrongful, unfair, and unlawful, and sought compensation.
Issues
- Whether the termination of the employment of the claimant was wrongful, unfair and unlawful.
- Whether the claimant is entitled to the relief sought.
Reasoning
The court found the claimant's termination to be unlawful and unfair, and ordered compensation. However, the court could not compute compensation for unfair termination due to unclear pay slip data.
Outcome
The claimant's case is allowed.
Orders
- One (1) month salary in lieu of notice Kshs.12,490.00
- Leave due but untaken Kshs.12,490.00
- Costs of the claim shall be borne by the respondent
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