Wanyama v Danree Multihandling Services Limited (Miscellaneous Application E180 of 2023) [2024] KEELRC 765 (KLR) (8 April 2024) (Ruling)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 765
- Citation
- [2024] KEELRC 765 (KLR)
- Decided
- 8 April 2024
Summary at a glance
TypeMiscellaneous ApplicationPostureRespondent failed to respond to the applicationCoramOCHARO KEBIRA
Application dismissed as lacking in merit
Facts
The applicant, Jackline Munandi Wanyama, reported workplace injuries on March 23, 2016, and filed a suit in Thika CMCC Case No. 833 of 2017. The suit was yet to be set down for a hearing.
Issues
- Extension of time for reporting workplace injuries to the Director of Occupational Safety and Health Services
- Application under Work Injury Benefits Act
Reasoning
The court has appellate jurisdiction over Work Injury Benefits Act matters. The applicant failed to explain why she did not act within the statutory timelines. The court cannot act capriciously or under the influence of sympathy.
Outcome
Application dismissed
Orders
- Application dismissed
Authorities cited
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