Angeline Musali Mutua v Vegpro (K) Ltd [2020] KEELRC 1189 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1189
- Citation
- [2020] KEELRC 1189 (KLR)
- Decided
- 29 April 2020
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TypeLabour DisputePostureAppeal from a decision of the Employment and Labour Relations Court
Holding
The court found that the claimant's casual employment did not convert to a regular terms contract of service, and she was unlawfully and wrongfully dismissed.
Facts
The claimant, Angeline Musali Mutua, was employed as a casual employee by the respondent, Vegpro (K) Ltd, from 2001 to 10/12/2014. She was dismissed on 10/12/2014 without a justifiable reason.
Issues
- Whether the claimant's casual employment converted to regular terms contract of service.
- Whether the claimant voluntarily deserted work or was unlawfully and wrongfully dismissed.
- Whether the claimant is entitled to the reliefs sought.
Reasoning
The court held that the claimant did not work for the respondent on a casual basis continuously for more than one month, as required by section 37 of the Employment Act.
Outcome
The court dismissed the claimant's suit with costs.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act
Cases cited (1)
- Rapid Kate Services Limited v John Mutisya & 2 others [2018] eKLR
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