In re Estate of Hassan Abdalla Awale (Deceased) (Succession Cause E378 of 2021) [2024] KEKC 27 (KLR) (13 December 2024) (Ruling)
- Court
- KEKC
- Case number
- 27
- Citation
- [2024] KEKC 27 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 December 2024
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TypeSuccession CausePostureAppeal from original trial outcomeCoramHon. Al Muhdhar A.S. Hussein C.K
Holding
The Work Injury Benefits Act does not apply to the deceased's employment. The applicable law for distributing the compensation is Islamic law of inheritance.
Facts
The deceased, Hassan Abdalla Awale, passed away in Qatar while employed by European Guarding and Security Services. His employer paid compensation in two tranches. The Public Trustee distributed the funds differently, leading to an application for review.
Issues
- Whether the Work Injury Benefits Act applies to this case.
- If not, what law governs the distribution of the compensation.
- Whether the conditions for review of the court's orders have been met.
- What orders should be made regarding the distribution of the compensation.
Reasoning
The deceased was employed outside Kenya and Qatar Labour Law does not apply. The Public Trustee's application for review is dismissed.
Outcome
The Public Trustee's application for review is dismissed.
Orders
- The original distribution ordered by the Court (12.5% to widow, 16.5% to mother, 71% to son) was correct under Islamic law and shall stand.
- The Public Trustee is directed to comply with this Court's distribution order dated 9th November 2021.
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Work Injury Benefits Act
- Qatar Labour Law
- Kadhis' Courts Act
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