Mercy Nduta Kimani v James Wahome Kuria t/a Chaka Gardens Resort [2019] KEELRC 334 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 334
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 334 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 November 2019
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
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