Kuwait’s Appeals Court ordered an expatriate to pay KD30,000 in compensation for abusing a domestic worker. The man was convicted of detention and torture. He received a prison sentence of over three years, and the compensation recognized the severe physical and emotional damages inflicted on the maid.

Kuwait’s Appeals Court has upheld a preliminary ruling that orders an expatriate to pay KD30,000 (approximately $97,135) in compensation to a domestic worker he abused. The case involves allegations of the man detaining and torturing the maid at his residence in the Mubarak Al Kabeer governorate. His conviction stems from severe mistreatment, including physical abuse and violations of her freedom.

Legal representatives for the victim detailed horrific accounts of the defendant’s actions, which included bodily harm and emotional trauma. The court characterized the awarded compensation as legal blood money, addressing both the material and moral damages incurred by the victim, who suffers from a 25% disability due to her employer’s abuse.

The victim’s testimony indicated that her work conditions began to deteriorate in 2021, with the defendant assaulting her and restricting her freedom. His alleged methods of punishment included physical violence using sticks and denying her basic needs such as food, which ultimately led her to seek medical assistance.

The court’s ruling reinforces the severity of domestic worker abuse and emphasizes the legal system’s role in providing justice for victims. The significant compensation awarded highlights the moral responsibility of employers and serves as a deterrent against such acts in the future. This case underlines the urgent need for stronger protections for domestic workers in Kuwait and elsewhere.

Original Source: gulfnews.com