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John Mutuku Mutua v Bush Rover Limited [2018] KEELRC 214 (KLR)

[2018] KEELRC 214 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
214
Citation
[2018] KEELRC 214 (KLR)
Decided
10 December 2018
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TypeWrongful DismissalPostureAppeal from the original trialCoramHON. LADY JUSTICE HELLEN WASILWA
Holding

The dismissal was found to be unfair and unjustified, and the Claimant was awarded compensation and other remedies.

Facts

The Claimant was employed as a Workshop Manager by the Respondent from January 2000. He was dismissed on September 18, 2012, for alleged theft of oil filter, air filter, and engine oil. He was later acquitted in a criminal case.

Issues

  1. Was the dismissal of the Claimant fair and just?
  2. What are the remedies for wrongful dismissal?

Reasoning

The dismissal was not based on valid reasons and did not follow the required procedures.

Outcome

Claimant's claim allowed

Orders

  • Award of salary for September 2012
  • 1 month salary in lieu of notice
  • 8 months' salary as compensation for unlawful termination
  • House allowance for 3 years
  • 1 year leave
  • Certificate of Service
  • Respondent to pay costs and interest

Remedies

  • Compensation for salary and benefits
  • Certificate of Service

Authorities cited

Legislation (2)
  • Employment Act 2007
  • International Labour Organisation Conventions no. 158
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