Onunga v Jonathan (Civil Appeal 20 of 2019) [2024] KECA 46 (KLR) (25 January 2024) (Judgment)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 46
- Citation
- [2024] KECA 46 (KLR)
- Decided
- 25 January 2024
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment of the High CourtCoramHanna Okwengu, H.A. Omondi, Joel Ngugi
Holding
The appeal is allowed, and the award of Kshs 1,000,000 in general damages is reinstated.
Facts
Silvia A. Onunga was injured in a road traffic accident on December 6, 2013, and sued Mwavita Jonathan for damages. The High Court awarded her Kshs 1,000,000 in general damages and Kshs 327,518 in special damages.
Issues
- Award of damages by the trial court
- Applicability of previous case law
Reasoning
The trial court correctly assessed the gravity of Silvia's injuries and took into account the principles for awarding damages. The High Court's decision to reduce the award was not justified.
Outcome
Appeal allowed, award of general damages reinstated
Orders
- Judgment of the High Court dated 20th November, 2017 set aside
- Award of Kshs 1,000,000 in general damages reinstated
Remedies
- Silvia Onunga is awarded costs of the appeals in both the High Court and this Court
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- Eldoret Steel Mills Limited v Esipila (2006)
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