Kamuti v Freight Wings Limited (Cause 1199 of 2018) [2022] KEELRC 13192 (KLR) (11 November 2022) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 13192
- Citation
- [2022] KEELRC 13192 (KLR)
- Decided
- 11 November 2022
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramSC RUTTO
Holding
The court found that the termination was unfair and in violation of the law.
Facts
The claimant, John Kamuti, was employed by Freight Wings Limited from February 1, 2011, and was promoted to the position of supervisor-warehouse, maintenance section. He was terminated on April 27, 2018, without any prior warning or misconduct being reported.
Issues
- Whether there was a fair and valid reason to terminate the claimant's employment.
- Whether the claimant was subjected to a fair process prior to being terminated.
- Is the counterclaim justifiable?
- Is the claimant entitled to the reliefs sought?
Reasoning
The court held that the respondent failed to provide a valid and fair reason for terminating the claimant's employment, as required by the Employment Act.
Outcome
The claimant was awarded Kshs.271,600 in damages, including compensation for unutilized leave days and interest.
Orders
- Payment of Kshs.271,600 in damages.
- Payment of interest on the amount awarded.
- The respondent to bear the costs of the claim.
Remedies
- Compensatory damages
- Salary for the month of April, 2018
- One month's salary in lieu of notice
- Salary in lieu of leave days earned but not taken
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act
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