Peter Ochieng Muholo v Trade Winds Agencies Ltd also t/a Trade Winds Limited [2012] KEHC 34 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 34
- Citation
- [2012] KEHC 34 (KLR)
- Decided
- 23 November 2012
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramCharles Maina Muthigani, Leonard Odundo, Edwin Kiira
Holding
The termination was not lawful and fair
Facts
Peter Ochieng Muholo was employed as a welder and general fitter by Trade Winds Agencies Ltd. On 9 February 2011, the company terminated his services for gross misconduct, citing absences and unauthorized departures. Muholo claimed the termination was due to his union activities and sought compensation.
Issues
- Whether the termination of the Claimant was lawful and fair
- What would be the appropriate remedy if the termination was unlawful
Reasoning
The court found that the process leading to the termination was not in accordance with the Employment Act, which requires the employee to be heard and representations to be considered.
Outcome
The termination was found unlawful and unfair
Orders
- 2 months payment in lieu of notice
- leave for 2003/2004
- travelling allowance
- gratuity
- 12 months’ salary as compensation for wrongful loss of employment
Remedies
- Compensation for wrongful loss of employment
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act
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