James Mutembei Mutegi v Seacon (K) Ltd & another [2022] KEELRC 645 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 645
- Citation
- [2022] KEELRC 645 (KLR)
- Decided
- 25 February 2022
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TypeUnfair DismissalPostureClaimant WinsCoramBYRAM ONGAYA
Holding
The Court finds the termination unfair and awards the claimant Kshs. 231,639.50 (less PAYE) and 50% of the claimant's costs of the suit.
Facts
The claimant, James Mutembei Mutegi, was employed as a Declaration Officer by Seacon (K) Ltd. He was suspended without pay on May 22, 2020, due to performance issues and the loss of his laptop. The claimant claimed salary deductions, payment in lieu of notice, house allowance, and damages for discrimination.
Issues
- Whether the respondent terminated the claimant's employment
- Whether the claimant's termination was unfair
Reasoning
The Court found that the claimant's termination was unfair due to his significant contribution to the termination and the loss of the laptop, which disrupted the respondent's business.
Outcome
Claimant Wins
Orders
- The respondent to pay the claimant Kshs. 231,639.50 (less PAYE) by 01.04.2022 failing interest to be payable thereon at Court rates from the date of this judgment till full payment.
- The respondent to pay the claimant's 50% costs of the suit.
Remedies
- Compensation for salary deductions and house allowance
- 50% of the claimant's costs of the suit
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment and Labour Relations Act
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