Leonard Kipkorir Mutai v Lichi Security Systems Limited [2020] KEELRC 1324 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1324
- Citation
- [2020] KEELRC 1324 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 March 2020
The Claimant is not entitled to be reinstated or receive compensation for wrongful dismissal. The Claimant is entitled to receive Kshs. 6,500/- for pro rata leave and public holidays.
Facts
The Claimant, Leonard Kipkorir Mutai, was employed as a security guard by Lichi Security Systems Limited. He was promoted to supervisor and emergency reliever. He was dismissed on June 28, 2017, allegedly for absconding duty and failing to report for work. He claimed unpaid salary, notice pay, leave, public holidays, and NSSF dues.
Issues
- Unlawful dismissal
- Absconding from work
Reasoning
The Claimant absconded from work and repudiated the contract of employment. The Respondent had the right to terminate the contract due to the absconding. The Claimant failed to prove unfair dismissal.
Outcome
Dismissed with costs
Remedies
- Kshs. 6,500/- for pro rata leave and public holidays
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- Joseph Njoroge Kiama v Summer Ltd [2014] eKLR
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