Geoffrey Chunguli Mudanya v Panari Hotel Limited [2018] KEELRC 1112 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1112
- Citation
- [2018] KEELRC 1112 (KLR)
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TypeUnfair DismissalPostureAppeal from an original trialCoramONESMUS N. MAKAU
Holding
The court finds the termination unlawful and unfair, and awards the claimant 10 months' salary, accrued benefits, and interest.
Facts
The claimant, Geoffrey Chunguli Mudanya, was employed by the respondent, Panari Hotel Limited, as a Banquet supervisor from July 1, 2005, to March 30, 2006, and later promoted to Banqueting Manager. He was dismissed for poor performance and undercharging a client, without prior notice and without a fair hearing.
Issues
- Whether the suit is statute barred
- Whether the claimant's contract of service was unlawfully terminated
- Whether the reliefs sought should be granted
Reasoning
The court found the termination unlawful and unfair due to the lack of evidence for the reasons cited and the absence of a fair hearing. The claimant was awarded 10 months' salary, accrued benefits, and interest.
Outcome
The claimant is awarded Kshs.2,080,000 plus costs and interest.
Orders
- Award of 10 months' salary
- Award of accrued benefits
- Award of interest
Remedies
- Compensation for unlawful and unfair termination
- Accrued benefits
- Interest
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Employment Act
- Section 45
- Section 41
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