Frankline Kimathi Eustace v G4s Security Services (K) Limited [2019] KEELRC 1369 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1369
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 1369 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeUnlawful DismissalPostureAppeal from a decision of the Employment and Labour Relations CourtCoramMAUREEN ONYANGO
The termination of the Plaintiff's employment was lawful and he is not entitled to damages.
Facts
The Plaintiff was employed by the Defendant on a permanent basis with a gross salary of Kshs.7,374. On 22nd June 2007, the Defendant terminated the Plaintiff's employment due to allegations of embezzlement involving a loss of Ksh.1,304,000/=. The Plaintiff was paid 30 days' salary in lieu of notice, 22 days' worked, and 10 days' leave entitlement.
Issues
- Whether the termination of the Plaintiff's employment was lawful under the repealed Employment Act, 1976.
- Whether the Plaintiff is entitled to damages for unlawful dismissal.
Reasoning
The termination was lawful under the Employment Act, 1976, and the Plaintiff was paid the required notice period.
Outcome
The claim is dismissed.
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