Fredrick Obiero Owino v Bridge International Academies Limited [2020] KEELRC 1672 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1672
- Citation
- [2020] KEELRC 1672 (KLR)
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant seeks damages for unlawful termination and unpaid dues; Respondent denies and seeks to justify terminationCoramHellen S. Wasilwa
Holding
Claimant's termination was unfair and unjustified
Facts
Claimant was employed as Academy Improvement Manager by Respondent from March 27, 2014. He was dismissed on June 10, 2014, without a hearing. Claimant claims he was dismissed for failing to attend meetings and perform duties, while Respondent claims he absconded duty and missed meetings.
Issues
- Unlawful termination
- Unpaid terminal dues
- Fairness of termination
Reasoning
Claimant was dismissed without a hearing, contrary to Employment Act 2007, and without following mandatory provisions.
Outcome
Claimant awarded 1 month's salary in lieu of notice, 10 months' salary as compensation, and costs.
Orders
- Award of 1 month's salary in lieu of notice
- Award of 10 months' salary as compensation
- Award of costs
Remedies
- 1 month's salary in lieu of notice
- 10 months' salary as compensation
- Award of costs
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act 2007
- Constitution of Kenya 2010
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