Lucy Mutete Ngumu v Techpak Industries Limited [2018] KEELRC 2350 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 2350
- Citation
- [2018] KEELRC 2350 (KLR)
- Decided
- 16 January 2018
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant v RespondentCoramNzioki wa Makau, Radido Stephen
Holding
The Claimant is entitled to one month's salary in lieu of notice, salary for the month of February 2014, and one month's salary compensation.
Facts
Claimant was employed as a general labourer and later as an assistant packing supervisor. She was dismissed on 26th February 2014 without notice. She claimed wrongful termination and sought compensation.
Issues
- Was the dismissal of the Claimant unlawful?
- Was the Claimant entitled to notice pay and salary for the month of February 2014?
Reasoning
The court found that the dismissal was unlawful and the Claimant was entitled to compensation.
Outcome
Claimant wins, Respondent loses.
Orders
- One month salary in lieu of notice Kshs. 14,128/-
- Salary for the month of February 2014 - Kshs. 26,888/- (basic plus house allowance and overtime)
- One month salary compensation Kshs. 26,888/-
- Costs of the suit
- Interest on the sums in i), ii), iii) from the date of filing suit till payment in full
- Certificate of service
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act 2007
Cases cited (2)
- JRS Group Limited v Kennedy Odhiambo Andwak
- Alphonce Maghanga Mwachanya v Operations 680 Limited
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