United India Insurance Co Ltd v East African Underwriters (Kenya) Ltd [1985] KECA 39 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 39
- Citation
- [1985] KECA 39 (KLR)
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from the High Court at Nairobi, Platt JCoramC.B Madan, A.A Kneller, A.R.W Hancox
Holding
The court refused to order a stay or dismiss the suit, allowing the cases to proceed to trial in Kenya.
Facts
Two consolidated cases were instituted in the High Court by the respondent, a limited liability company incorporated in Kenya. The first defendant in each case were the first two appellants, United India Insurance Company Limited and Oriental Fire and General Insurance Company Limited. The plaintiff, a Chief Agent, claims loss and damage due to alleged breaches of the two agreements by the defendants.
Issues
- Exclusive jurisdiction clause in the agreements
- Kenya's jurisdiction over the cases
Reasoning
The court exercised its discretion to allow the cases to proceed in Kenya, citing the convenience of the evidence and the natural forum for the plaintiff.
Outcome
Affirmed
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