THURANIRA KARAURI v AGNES NCHECHE [1997] KECA 77 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 77
- Citation
- [1997] KECA 77 (KLR)
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TypecivilPostureAppeal from a judgment and decree of the High Court of Kenya at MeruCoramR. O. KWACH, G. S. PALL, S. E. O. BOSIRE
Holding
The appeal is allowed, and the judgment and decree of the High Court are set aside. The plaintiff's suit is struck out with costs to the defendant.
Facts
Agnes Ncheche sued Thuranira Karauri for damages for personal injuries she claimed to have suffered in an accident involving an Isuzu lorry on 6th November, 1988. The plaintiff alleged the defendant's driver was negligent, and she sustained a fracture of the left leg.
Issues
- Whether the plaintiff's claim was time-barred under the Limitation of Actions Act
- Whether the plaintiff proved ownership of the lorry involved in the accident
- Whether the plaintiff proved the injuries sustained were caused by the accident involving the lorry
Reasoning
The court found the plaintiff failed to prove the vehicle was owned by the defendant, and the medical report was improperly admitted. The claim for loss of earnings was not pleaded and supported by evidence.
Outcome
Appeal allowed
Orders
- Judgment and decree of the High Court set aside
- Plaintiff's suit struck out with costs to the defendant
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Limitation of Actions Act (Cap 22)
- Evidence Act (Cap 8)
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