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Mercy Nduta Kimani v James Wahome Kuria t/a Chaka Gardens Resort [2019] KEELRC 334 (KLR)

[2019] KEELRC 334 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
334
Citation
[2019] KEELRC 334 (KLR)
Decided
13 November 2019
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Summary at a glance

TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant vs RespondentCoramNzioki wa Makau
Claimant is entitled to one month's salary in lieu of notice, 2 months compensation for unlawful termination, and costs capped at Kshs. 40,000.

Facts

Claimant was employed as a manager at Respondent's business, earning Kshs. 8,000, 10,000, and 12,000. She was dismissed on 1st August 2016 without notice. She claimed wrongful dismissal, underpayment, and other damages.

Issues

  • Wrongful dismissal
  • Unlawful termination
  • Redundancy process

Reasoning

The dismissal was without notice and without following the proper redundancy process as required by law.

Outcome

Claimant wins

Orders

  • One month's salary in lieu of notice
  • 2 months compensation for unlawful termination
  • Costs capped at Kshs. 40,000

Remedies

  • Compensation for wrongful termination
  • Costs of the suit

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act
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