Samuel Kaimenyi Anampiu & 3 others v County Government of Kajiado & another [2019] KEELC 3158 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 3158
- Citation
- [2019] KEELC 3158 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeCosts DisputePostureAppeal from an original trial decisionCoramJustice Kuloba (as he then was)
The court awarded costs to the Plaintiffs as the successful party, as the event (the result of the entire litigation) favored the Plaintiffs.
Facts
The Plaintiffs filed a suit on May 10, 2016, seeking a declaration and injunction against the County Government of Kajiado. The 2nd Defendant did not participate in the consent, and the suit is still pending.
Issues
- Costs determination
Reasoning
The court applied Section 27(1) of the Civil Procedure Act, which allows the court to determine costs based on discretion. The court also considered the principle that costs follow the event, and the Plaintiffs were the successful party.
Outcome
Costs awarded to Plaintiffs
Orders
- Award of costs to Plaintiffs
Authorities cited
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