Catherine Jepkemei Mengich v Joseph Chemwetich Chebeta [2018] KEELC 1440 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 1440
- Citation
- [2018] KEELC 1440 (KLR)
- Decided
- 24 September 2018
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TypeLand DisputePostureTemporary Injunction Application DismissedCoramMWANGI NJOROGE
Holding
The status quo should be maintained pending the hearing and determination of the main suit.
Facts
Catherine Jepkemei Mengich applied for a temporary injunction to restrain Joseph Chemwetich Chebeta from trespassing on her land, Plot No. 521 Kachibora Trading Centre. Chebeta claimed ownership of Plot No. 521 and disputed the plaintiff's claims.
Issues
- Ownership of Plot No. 521
- Temporary Injunction Application
Reasoning
The plaintiff failed to demonstrate a prima facie case or irreparable loss that cannot be compensated for by damages. The court cannot ascertain the truth of the plaintiff's allegations.
Outcome
Application dismissed
Orders
- Both parties shall not conduct any development on the land pending the hearing and determination of the main suit
- The costs of the application shall be in the cause
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- Giella Vs Cassman Brown (1973) EA 358
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