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Edward Ouma Odhiambo v United Aryan (EPZ) Limited [2019] KEELRC 538 (KLR)

[2019] KEELRC 538 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
538
Citation
[2019] KEELRC 538 (KLR)
Decided
25 October 2019
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TypeUnfair TerminationPostureAppeal from an original trialCoramPresiding Judge
The court finds the dismissal unfair and orders the claimant to be paid his dues and benefits.

Facts

The claimant was dismissed for gross misconduct on July 11, 2013, and denied a fair hearing. He claimed he was not given a fair chance to explain his actions.

Issues

  • Whether the dismissal was fair
  • Whether the claimant is entitled to the reliefs sought

Reasoning

The court finds the claimant was not given a fair hearing before dismissal and that the dismissal was not justified under the Employment Act.

Outcome

Claimant's claim for unfair dismissal and payment of dues is upheld.

Orders

  • Claimant to be paid Kshs.247,719.20 as dues and benefits

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act
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