WMK v TM (Cause 67 of 2023) [2024] KEHAT 1754 (KLR) (13 December 2024) (Judgment)
- Court
- KEHAT
- Case number
- 1754
- Citation
- [2024] KEHAT 1754 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 December 2024
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TypeCivilPostureClaimant's case partially proceeded for hearing with the Respondent not appearing.CoramB. O. YOGO, Nelson W. OSIEMO, W. G. JAOKO, Jane N. NGOIRI, S. K. MUSANI, Irene Mukui
Holding
The Claimant's claim fails, and the suit is dismissed.
Facts
The Claimant alleged that the Respondent disclosed her HIV status to the public, causing emotional distress. The Respondent did not appear in court.
Issues
- Whether the Respondent unlawfully disclosed the Claimant’s HIV status to third parties without consent.
- Whether the Claimant is entitled to the reliefs sought.
Reasoning
The Claimant failed to prove her case due to lack of corroborating evidence and did not discharge the burden of proof.
Outcome
The suit is dismissed.
Orders
- The suit is dismissed.
- There shall be no orders as to costs.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- HIV and AIDS Prevention and Control Act, Cap.246A
- Evidence Act, Cap.80
Cases cited (1)
- GGOO -vs- MOA [2021] eKLR
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