Ann Wanjiku Mwangi v Faith Homes of Kenya (Cause 419 of 2017) [2021] KEELRC 409 (KLR) (Employment and Labour) (19 November 2021) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 409
- Citation
- [2021] KEELRC 409 (KLR)
- Decided
- 19 November 2021
The court finds that the respondent did not reasonably accommodate the claimant's backaches and that the employment relationship was severed due to the claimant's resignation on medical grounds.
Facts
The claimant, Ann Wanjiku Mwangi, was employed by the respondent, Faith Homes of Kenya, as a kitchen assistant and cleaner from 25 January 1994 until 11 May 2012. She alleged that she was not given light duties despite a doctor's recommendation, leading to worsening of her backaches. She also claimed harassment and was advised to retire on medical grounds.
Issues
- Whether the respondent reasonably accommodated the claimant's backaches
- In what manner the employment relationship was severed
- What reliefs, if any, are available to the claimant
Reasoning
The court considered the evidence and submissions, finding that the claimant's backaches were not adequately accommodated and that she resigned on medical grounds.
Outcome
The claimant's suit is dismissed with costs.
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