Bernard Kwerula Ongaya v Crown Health Care Limited [2019] KEELRC 486 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 486
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 486 (KLR)
- Decided
- 25 October 2019
AI Summary
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TypeWrongful DismissalPostureAppeal from original trialCoramRw1
Holding
The dismissal was found to be wrongful and unfair due to the lack of a fair hearing.
Facts
Claimant Bernard Kwerula Ongaya was dismissed by Crown Health Care Limited on 7.4.2015. He alleged wrongful dismissal, while the employer claimed fair dismissal due to unsatisfactory performance and absconding from work.
Issues
- Whether the dismissal was wrongful and unfair.
- Whether the reliefs sought should be granted.
Reasoning
The claimant was dismissed for unsatisfactory performance, but the employer failed to follow the mandatory procedure of a fair hearing before termination.
Outcome
The suit was dismissed with costs.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act
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