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Lawrence Sifuna Wekesa v Salsam Enterprises Limited [2020] KEELRC 682 (KLR)

[2020] KEELRC 682 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
682
Citation
[2020] KEELRC 682 (KLR)
Decided
21 May 2020
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TypeCompensation for Unlawful Termination of EmploymentPostureClaimant vs RespondentCoramKB
Holding

The termination was found to be unfair and unlawful, and the Claimant is awarded five months' salary in compensation and one month's salary in lieu of notice.

Facts

Claimant was employed by Respondent as a Motor Vehicle Electrician from October 28, 2014 until January 31, 2017. He was terminated without notice or just cause.

Issues

  1. Whether the termination of the Claimant's employment was lawful and fair
  2. Whether the Claimant is entitled to the remedies sought

Reasoning

The termination was based on unfounded allegations of poor performance and misconduct, without proper notice or opportunity to respond. The court found that the termination was unfair and unlawful.

Outcome

In favour of the Claimant

Orders

  • Award of five months' salary in compensation
  • Award of one month's salary in lieu of notice

Remedies

  • Compensation for five months' salary
  • One month's salary in lieu of notice

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act
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