Benard Ogembo Obwocha v Johnson Mathenge t/a Sue Grain Millers [2018] KEELRC 1043 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1043
- Citation
- [2018] KEELRC 1043 (KLR)
- Decided
- 3 October 2018
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant's case was assessed on its merits without a defence filed by the respondent.CoramM. MBARU
Holding
The claimant was dismissed summarily for negligence, but is entitled to terminal dues and other benefits.
Facts
The claimant was employed by the respondent from March 2007 as a cleaner, loader, and stacker of maize. He was underpaid and did not receive annual leave or paid in lieu. An error was made in issuing 5 extra bags of maize to a customer, leading to a dispute.
Issues
- Underpayment of wages
- Unpaid annual leave
- Summary dismissal
Reasoning
The claimant's mistake was a result of negligence, but he was entitled to his terminal dues and benefits.
Outcome
Claimant's case was assessed on its merits, and the claims for underpayment, unpaid annual leave, and summary dismissal were addressed.
Orders
- County Labour Officer to compute the claimant's dues for underpayment, overtime, annual leave, and public holidays
Remedies
- Terminal dues and benefits for the claimant
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act, 2007
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