Hermant Kumal Raval v Jubilee Jumbo Hardware Limited [2016] KECA 475 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 475
- Citation
- [2016] KECA 475 (KLR)
- Decided
- 2 June 2016
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TypecivilPostureappeal from a judgment of the High Court
Holding
The court held that the appellant had not proved ownership of the motor vehicle and set aside the trial court's judgment.
Facts
The appellant sued the respondent for damages after an accident on 23rd April, 2005. The appellant alleged the respondent owned the motor vehicle (registration number KAR 665 H) and that the accident was caused by the respondent's driver's negligence.
Issues
- whether the appellant had proved ownership of the motor vehicle
- whether the driver was responsible in negligence for the accident
- whether the amount of damages awarded was reasonable
Reasoning
The court found that the appellant failed to provide proof of ownership of the vehicle, despite the respondent's name being on the vehicle's side.
Outcome
The appeal was successful, and the trial court's judgment was set aside.
Orders
- the trial court's judgment was set aside
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- Thuranira Karauri v Agnes Ncheche, Civil Appeal No. 192 of 1996
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