Moses Waweru v Dignitas [2022] KEELRC 231 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 231
- Citation
- [2022] KEELRC 231 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 April 2022
Summary at a glance
TypeUnlawful and unfair termination of employmentPostureClaimant vs RespondentCoramLinnet Ndolo
The termination was unlawful and unfair, and the Claimant is entitled to three months' salary in compensation.
Facts
The Claimant was employed by the Respondent as an Operations Director on January 18, 2016, earning Kshs. 170,000 gross monthly salary. He was dismissed on April 1, 2016, without notice or a disciplinary hearing.
Issues
- Whether the termination was lawful and fair
- Whether the Claimant is entitled to the remedies sought
Reasoning
The termination was not justified and fair, as the Respondent did not provide a valid reason and failed to comply with procedural fairness requirements.
Outcome
Claimant wins, awarded Kshs. 510,000 in compensation.
Orders
- Award of compensation
- Claimant's costs
Remedies
- Compensation for unlawful and unfair termination
Authorities cited
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