Odhiambo v East African Breweries Limited (Cause 1482 of 2018) [2023] KEELRC 2323 (KLR) (28 September 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 2323
- Citation
- [2023] KEELRC 2323 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 September 2023
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TypeSummary DismissalPostureAppeal from a summary dismissalCoramMN NDUMA, Onesmus Makau
Holding
Summary dismissal was justifiable and no payment in lieu of notice is payable.
Facts
Claimant was dismissed by respondent for soliciting a bribe from a supplier, despite 14 years of good conduct. Claimant denied the allegations.
Issues
- Validity of summary dismissal
- Employer's obligation to demonstrate valid reason for termination
Reasoning
Employer demonstrated valid reason for dismissal and followed fair procedure. Claimant failed to prove entitlement to further terminal benefits.
Outcome
Suit dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act, 2007
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