Walter Ambito Otieno v Chemelil Sugar Company Ltd [2021] KEELRC 402 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 402
- Citation
- [2021] KEELRC 402 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeUnfair Termination of EmploymentPostureRespondent's Motion for Summary JudgmentCoramRADIDO STEPHEN, MCIARB
The termination of the Claimant's employment was fair, and the Respondent was not in breach of contract save for underpayment of wages which is allowed in the sum of Kshs 174,416/-
Facts
Claimant was terminated on 2 December 2014 for alleged misconduct, and the Respondent issued a show-cause notice on 13 August 2013. The Claimant admitted culpability and the Respondent provided audit reports.
Issues
- Unfair termination of employment
- Breach of contract
- Underpayment of wages
- Accumulated leave
- House allowance
Reasoning
The Court found the Respondent in substantial compliance with procedural fairness and that the reasons for termination were valid and fair. The Claimant admitted culpability and the audit reports supported the Respondent's findings.
Outcome
Claimant not eligible for compensation or damages
Remedies
- Underpayment of wages in the sum of Kshs 174,416/-
Authorities cited
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