Peter M. Kimotho v Attorney General & 2 others [2019] KEELRC 286 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 286
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 286 (KLR)
- Decided
- 22 November 2019
Summary at a glance
TypeLabour Relations CasePostureAppeal from a dismissal of a preliminary objectionCoramRadido Stephen
The application to set aside the dismissal order is dismissed with costs
Facts
The Claimant's advocate issued mention notices but the Claimant and/or his advocate did not attend court on the scheduled dates, leading to the dismissal of the cause of action.
Issues
- Claimant's awareness of the hearing date
- High chances of success of the cause of action
Reasoning
The Claimant's delay in moving the court to set aside the dismissal order was found to be inordinate and professionally reckless.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Application to set aside the dismissal order dismissed
Remedies
- Costs awarded to Respondents
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