Otieno v Abyssinia Iron and Steel (Cause 272 of 2018) [2023] KEELRC 2879 (KLR) (15 November 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 2879
- Citation
- [2023] KEELRC 2879 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 November 2023
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from a dismissal with costsCoramRADIDO
Holding
The Court finds that the Claimant was an employee of the Respondent and dismisses the claim with costs.
Facts
The Claimant, Chilex Odhiambo Otieno, alleged that he was injured while working in the banding department of Abyssinia Iron and Steel Ltd. He claimed negligence from the Respondent for not providing protective gear and safety training. The Respondent denied the allegations and produced records from the furnace department.
Issues
- Employment relationship
- Negligence
Reasoning
The Court found that the Respondent failed to produce relevant employment records and that the Claimant did not prove negligence due to lack of evidence.
Outcome
Dismissal with costs
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act, 2007
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