Juma Katuku v Kenya Steel Company (2006) Ltd [2022] KEELRC 308 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 308
- Citation
- [2022] KEELRC 308 (KLR)
- Decided
- 31 March 2022
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant's case proceeded de novo after the Respondent failed to defend the suit.CoramAGNES KITIKU NZEI
Holding
The termination of the Claimant's employment was unfair, and he is entitled to compensation for unfair termination and one month's salary in lieu of notice.
Facts
The Claimant was employed as a security guard by the Respondent. He was arrested and charged with store breaking, acquitted, and later denied access to work.
Issues
- Unfair termination of employment
- Salary arrears
- Certificate of Service
- Overtime
Reasoning
The Respondent did not follow the mandatory procedural provisions of the Employment Act and did not provide a valid reason for the termination.
Outcome
In favor of the Claimant
Orders
- Award of twelve months' salary for unfair termination
- Award of one month's salary in lieu of notice
- Award of costs and interest
- Issue of a Certificate of Service
Remedies
- Compensation for unfair termination
- One month's salary in lieu of notice
- Costs and interest
- Certificate of Service
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act 2007
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