Dorcas Mwihaki Wanjohi v Ann Muruthi t/a St Michael’s Computer Institute [2019] KEELRC 1694 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1694
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 1694 (KLR)
- Decided
- 26 April 2019
Summary at a glance
Typetermination benefitsPosturesummary judgmentCoramONESMUS N. MAKAU
Claimant is entitled to salary arrears of Kshs.151,000 and 42 days leave benefits, totaling Kshs.186,538.50
Facts
Claimant Dorcas Mwihaki Wanjohi was employed as a Head Tutor by Respondent Ann Muruthi from October 12, 2011 to December 15, 2013. She resigned after serving a one-month notice. She claimed salary arrears, leave benefits, and a certificate of service.
Issues
- whether the claimant is entitled to the termination benefits claimed
- the amount of salary arrears and leave benefits
Reasoning
Claimant proved her case on a preponderance of evidence regarding salary arrears and leave benefits. The respondent failed to provide evidence to dispute these claims.
Outcome
Claimant awarded Kshs.186,538.50, certificate of service, and costs and interest at court rate
Remedies
- salary arrears of Kshs.151,000
- 42 days leave benefits
- certificate of service
Authorities cited
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