Fired Without Notice: What Kenyan Employment Law Says About Unfair Termination on Medical Grounds — Immani Legal AI lets you check if your dismissal was fair, free, on your phone, in English or Kiswahili. A recent TikTok story has sparked outrage after a Kenyan employee was fired without notice while on sick leave. The employee, who had been with the company for several years, was allegedly terminated without being given a chance to defend themselves or receive the required notice period. This raises concerns about unfair termination on medical grounds and what Kenyan employment law says about it. Under Kenyan employment law, specifically the Employment Act 2007, an employer is required to give an employee notice before termination, unless the employee is guilty of gross misconduct. In cases of illness or injury, the employer is required to follow a fair procedure, which includes providing the employee with a reasonable opportunity to defend themselves. However, in many cases, employees are not aware of their rights or the procedures that employers must follow. This is where Immani Legal AI comes in. Our free AI-powered legal assistant provides information on Kenyan employment law, including unfair termination on medical grounds. With Immani Legal AI, you can:

1. Check if your dismissal was fair and in line with Kenyan employment law
2. Understand your rights and the procedures that employers must follow
3. Draft a demand letter or a notice of appeal If you're facing a similar situation, you can file a dispute against your employer using Immani. Our platform allows you to file a dispute for KSh 100 and provides a private window for negotiation. If the dispute is not resolved, it becomes visible to anyone who looks up your employer's phone number on Immani. Here's what happens next:
4. You file a dispute against your employer's phone number on Immani
5. Your employer is notified and given a private window to respond
6. If your employer responds, you can negotiate a resolution
7. If your employer does not respond, the dispute becomes visible to anyone who looks up their phone number on Immani Immani and Immani Legal AI are not law firms and do not provide legal advice. This post is general information, not legal advice for your specific situation. For complex cases, consult a qualified advocate.

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This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Immani and Immani Legal AI are not law firms and do not provide legal representation. The information provided may not reflect the most current legal developments. For legal advice specific to your situation, consult a qualified advocate licensed to practice in Kenya.