John Gathuka Thecheri v Angaza Africa Saccoo Society Ltd [2021] KECPT 521 (KLR)
- Court
- Co-operative Tribunal
- Case number
- 521
- Citation
- [2021] KECPT 521 (KLR)
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TypeCosts AssessmentPostureClaimant seeks to assess and tax off their Bill of CostsCoramHon. B. Kimemia, Hon. J. Mwatsama, Mr. P. Gichuki
Holding
The Tribunal assesses and taxes off the Claimant's Bill of Costs at Kshs.11,525.
Facts
Claimant filed a Bill of Costs on 19th April 2021, seeking Kshs.11,525. The Respondent did not respond to the Bill of Costs and did not appear in court.
Issues
- Should this Tribunal assess and tax off claimant's Bill of Cost?
- What is the amount assessed and taxed off from the said bill of Cost.
Reasoning
The Tribunal has the power under Section 27 of the Civil Procedure Act to assess and tax off costs. The Bill of Costs is assessed according to the Advocates Remuneration Order.
Outcome
Claimant's Bill of Costs is assessed at Kshs.11,525.
Orders
- The Tribunal assesses and taxes off the Claimant's Bill of Costs at Kshs.11,525.
- The Respondent is directed to pay the assessed costs.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Civil Procedure Act
- Advocates Remuneration Order
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