Ngetha v The Ark Limited (Cause 115 of 2019) [2023] KEELRC 3096 (KLR) (30 November 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 3096
- Citation
- [2023] KEELRC 3096 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 November 2023
Summary at a glance
TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant v RespondentCoramNZIOKI WA MAKAU
The Court finds the termination unlawful and unfair, and orders the Respondent to pay the Claimant 6 days' salary, notice pay, pending days off, and 6 months' salary as compensation.
Facts
The Claimant and Respondent entered into a contract for a two-year employment period from April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2020. The Claimant was terminated on February 6, 2019, and claimed various damages.
Issues
- Unlawful termination
- Unpaid salary and benefits
- Damages for breach of contract
Reasoning
The Court held that the termination was unfair and unlawful due to lack of due process and adherence to the Employment Act, 2007.
Outcome
In favor of the Claimant
Orders
- 6 days' salary
- Notice pay
- Pending days off
- 6 months' salary as compensation
Remedies
- Damages for breach of contract
- Interest on damages
- Costs of the suit
Authorities cited
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