Virginia Kathambi Maingi v Gerald Mbabu Silas & 5 others [2021] KEELC 3290 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 3290
- Citation
- [2021] KEELC 3290 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeAmendment of PleadingsPostureApplication for leave to amend pleadings and for leave to file amended defenceCoramMr. Aunga, M/s Mukaburo
The court grants the application, allowing the plaintiff to amend her pleadings and file an amended defence, as the discovery of the document is necessary to narrow down the issues and aid the court in reaching a just decision.
Facts
The plaintiff discovered a crucial document (mutation to the subdivision of the mother title) during a visit to the Meru lands office, which she claims will aid the court in narrowing down the issues and reaching a just decision.
Issues
- Whether the plaintiff's application for leave to amend her pleadings and file an amended defence should be granted
- Whether the introduction of new evidence (mutations) is permissible
Reasoning
The court finds that the discovery of the document is crucial for the court to understand the sub-division of the mother title and to reach a just decision.
Outcome
Granted
Orders
- Leave to amend the plaint and file an amended defence is granted
- The respondents are at liberty to file an amended defence to the amended plaint within fourteen (14) days of the granting of leave
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