Employment & Labour Law
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Our practice covers all aspects ranging from unfair termination to summarily dismissal and data privacy in addition to a wide range of employment law services across both the public and the private sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What constitutes wrongful termination in Kenya?
Wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires an employee without a valid reason related to their conduct, capacity, or operational requirements, or without following the fair disciplinary procedures outlined in the Employment Act.
What are the legal requirements for redundancy in Kenya?
Under Kenyan law, redundancy requires the employer to notify the Labour Officer and the employee (or their union) at least one month in advance, select employees fairly, and pay severance pay of at least 15 days' salary for every year worked.
How does the Data Protection Act affect employers?
Employers must obtain explicit consent to collect and process employee personal data, secure the data against breaches, and only use it for the purposes for which it was collected. Our firm helps draft compliant workplace privacy policies.
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