David Otieno Ogada v Bidco Africa Limited [2020] KEELRC 477 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 477
- Citation
- [2020] KEELRC 477 (KLR)
- Decided
- 16 September 2020
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from an original trial decisionCoramHON. LADY JUSTICE HELLEN WASILWA
Holding
The termination was lawful and fair, and the Claimant's claim is dismissed except for the request for a certificate of service
Facts
The Claimant, David Otieno Ogada, was employed by Bidco Africa Limited as a soap maker. He was terminated on 17/7/2014 for gross misconduct involving soliciting a bribe. The Claimant claimed wrongful termination, unpaid benefits, and a certificate of service.
Issues
- Whether the termination was lawful and fair
- Whether the Claimant was entitled to unpaid benefits and a certificate of service
Reasoning
The Respondent proved the Claimant's gross misconduct and dismissed him after he admitted to the misconduct in writing. The Claimant's claim for benefits and a certificate of service is dismissed.
Outcome
The Claimant's claim is dismissed except for the request for a certificate of service
Orders
- The Claimant is issued with a certificate of service
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act 2007
- Labour Relations Act
Cases cited (1)
- Simon Karuga Waweru vs. Twiga Stationers Limited
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