Moses Karagu Wambugu v Hit Transporters Limited [2019] KEELRC 1141 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1141
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 1141 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 July 2019
Summary at a glance
TypeUnlawful Termination and CompensationPostureAppeal from the original trialCoramNzioki wa Makau
The Court found the termination to be unlawful and ordered the Respondent to pay the Claimant compensation for injuries and unpaid leave.
Facts
The Claimant sued the Respondent for alleged unlawful termination and compensation for injuries and unpaid leave. The Claimant alleged that he was employed by the Respondent from January 2013 to December 2015, earning Kshs. 11,000/- a month. He claimed unpaid salary, payment in lieu of notice, compensation for unpaid public holidays, annual leave, and penalties for not remitting NHIF contributions.
Issues
- Unlawful termination
- Compensation for injuries and unpaid leave
Reasoning
The Court found the termination to be unlawful due to the Claimant's continuous employment and the Respondent's failure to remit statutory deductions.
Outcome
The Court ordered the Respondent to pay the Claimant compensation for injuries and unpaid leave.
Orders
- Compensation for injuries and unpaid leave
Remedies
- Compensation for injuries and unpaid leave
Authorities cited
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