Awuor v Kenya Power and Lighting Company (Cause 431 of 2020) [2023] KEELRC 1867 (KLR) (31 July 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1867
- Citation
- [2023] KEELRC 1867 (KLR)
- Decided
- 31 July 2023
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TypeUnfair and unlawful termination of employmentPostureClaimant sues for compensation and damages after being terminated by RespondentCoramNZIOKI WA MAKAU, Rika
Holding
The Court finds the termination unfair and orders compensation equivalent to 5 months' salary, one month's wages in lieu of notice, and costs of the suit.
Facts
Claimant was terminated by Respondent on July 29, 2019, with charges of fraud and irregular processing of prepaid meters. He denied the charges and claimed he was never involved in the alleged misconduct.
Issues
- Unfair termination of employment
- Compensation for wrongful termination
- Exemplary damages for malicious termination
Reasoning
The Court found the termination to be unfair due to lack of proper notice and preparation time, and denied claims for gratuity, exemplary damages, and leave pay.
Outcome
Claimant wins partial relief, including compensation and costs.
Orders
- Compensation equivalent to 5 months' salary
- One month's wages in lieu of notice
- Costs of the suit
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- GMV v Bank of Africa Kenya Limited [2013] eKLR
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