Isaac Lumumba Omega v Specialized Air Conditioning Limited [2022] KEHC 1532 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1532
- Citation
- [2022] KEHC 1532 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 March 2022
Summary at a glance
TypeUnfair DismissalPostureAppeal from a decision of the Employment & Labour Relations Court
The Court held that the termination was unfair and unlawful as the Respondent failed to prove valid and fair reasons and fair procedure.
Facts
Claimant Isaac Lumumba Omega was employed by Respondent Specialized Air Conditioning Limited as a mechanic from October 15, 2014, until July 16, 2015. The employment contract was oral and not reduced to writing. The Claimant claims wrongful termination without notice or cause, refusal to pay salary arrears, and non-payment of house allowance and bonus.
Issues
- Was Claimant unlawfully terminated?
- Is he entitled to any remedies?
Reasoning
The Employment Act requires termination to be on valid and fair reasons and following fair procedure. The Court found the termination to be unfair.
Outcome
Claimant's claim for compensation is upheld.
Orders
- One month's salary in lieu of notice
- Transport allowance
- Overtime pay
- House allowance
- Bonus
- 12 months' salary compensation
Remedies
- Compensation for one month's salary
- Transport allowance
- Overtime pay
- House allowance
- Bonus
- 12 months' salary compensation
Authorities cited
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