Mary Koech suing as the administrator of the estate of Aron Machege Koech (Deceased) v Kenya Revenue Authority [2007] KEHC 2606 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2606
- Citation
- [2007] KEHC 2606 (KLR)
- Decided
- 8 June 2007
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TypeCivil SuitPostureSummary Judgment MotionCoramR. Nambuye
Holding
Summary Judgment granted for half salary for the period 2.4.98 to 8.10.01, other dues such as leave and medical allowances, and pension and terminal benefits. Costs and interest are awarded.
Facts
The plaintiff was an employee of the defendant who was suspended and later dismissed. The defendant later rescinded the dismissal and replaced it with retirement. The plaintiff died before reaching retirement age.
Issues
- Unpaid salary and allowances during suspension and dismissal
- Declaration of unlawful dismissal
- Declaration of entitlement to pension and other benefits
- Refund of contributions to the Kenya Revenue Authority Pension Scheme
- Costs and interest
Reasoning
The court found that the plaintiff was not entitled to salary while out of work until death or until retirement age, and that the conditions for summary judgment were met.
Outcome
Summary Judgment granted
Orders
- Payment of half salary for the period 2.4.98 to 8.10.01
- Payment of other dues such as leave and medical allowances
- Payment of pension and terminal benefits
- Award of costs and interest
Remedies
- Unpaid salary and allowances
- Pension and terminal benefits
- Costs and interest
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act
- Pension Scheme
Cases cited (2)
- KENYA HORTICULTURAL EXPORTERS [1977] LTD VERSUS PAPE TRADING AS OSIRUA ESTATE
- TITUS MUIRURI DOGE VERSUS KENYA CANNERS LTD
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